How to Use Assignments in Microsoft Teams: Quick 12-Minute Tutorial for Teachers

Sara Wanasek

Sara Wanasek

How to Use Assignments in Microsoft Teams: Quick 12-Minute Tutorial for Teachers

Using Microsoft Teams in the classroom gained popularity during the pandemic. However, it can, and is, being used in both online and physical classrooms today. As a learning management tool, Teams works seamlessly with other Microsoft products like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint which are classic favorites for students and teachers alike.

This multi-functional tool allows you to stay in touch with your students not only through video calls, but with chats, files, and assignments in Microsoft Teams. Teams can seem daunting when you first begin to use it, but it really is quite simple and easy to use. To make it seem less intimidating, we have broken down and explained some main features of Teams separately. Here are links to our other guides on features of Microsoft Teams:

  • Microsoft Teams for Online Teaching – A Guide for Teachers
  • Using Breakout Rooms in Microsoft Teams  
  • Assignments in Teams
  • Class Notebook in Microsoft Teams
  • 15 of the Best Teams Tips and Tricks .

Below is a quick, everything-you-need-to-know guide on assignments in Microsoft Teams. Let’s get started!

Create an Assignment in Microsoft Teams

To begin creating assignments in Microsoft Teams, you first need to be sure of two things:

  • You are logged in with a Microsoft EDU account
  • The Team you have created is a Class Team type

If both of those things are complete you will be able to see the Assignments tab on the side ribbon and on the top ribbon in the General channel. If you need help getting to know the interface and basics of Teams, check out our Teams Guide for Teachers.

there are two places to access Assignments in Microsoft Teams. The side panel and in the General Channel.

Start a New Assignment

Now, to create your assignment, click on the Assignments tab from the top ribbon under your General Channel. Click Create , and then Assignment , to begin your first assignment. You can explore creating a quiz with the help of Microsoft Forms and creating an assignment based on a pre-existing assignment another time.

Create an assignment

Add Assignment Details

In your new assignment, add a title and a description to let your students know what to do to complete the assignment.

If you prefer to attach the instructions as a document, or have supporting materials to the assignment, you can attach them under the Add Resources link. Teams allows you to attach files in many different ways: through your OneDrive, ClassNoteBook, from a link, by creating a new file, or from uploading a document from your computer.

When you attach a resource, you have the option to allow students to edit it or not. By default, they cannot edit; however, if you prefer to change this, just click on the three dots at the end of the resource and click, Students edit their own copy. Now, when students edit this file, a new copy will be made for them, and it is automatically attached to this assignment for an easy turn-in.

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Set Points and a Rubric

To easily grade this assignment in Teams, assign the number of points it is worth, or add a rubric . Similar to creating assignments, you can use a pre-existing rubric, upload one, or create a new one.

Creating a new rubric is very customizable so you are able to add all the information your students need to complete the assignment. Just add a title , and a description , then fill in the rest of the rubric. If you need more categories , just click the plus button at the end of the columns, or after the bottom row. In addition, you can assign points to each category of the rubric.

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Choose Students to Assign the Work to

The next step in creating an assignment is to assign it to your students. You can assign it to all of them, or a certain student(s) for more individualized work. Just click Assign to All, or go through the list and click the students you would like to assign this to.

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Give a Due Date & Close Date

In Teams, there are two different categories of dates for when the assignment is due.

Due Date: This is when the assignment is due, however, students are still able to turn in the assignment late, after the due date has passed.

Close Date: This is when the assignment closes and no more submissions are allowed.

To set both of these, and schedule this assignment for the future, click Edit under the Due Date section. To set a Close Date , click the checkbox on the side and set the date.

When all of your setups are complete, back at the top of the page, click assign, or save for later if it still needs a bit more work.

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How Students Can Turn in Assignments

After you assign an assignment, students will receive a notification. They are able to view the assignment in the General Channel or on the Assignment tabs.

The student’s view of the assignment is very similar to the teacher’s view. They will see the Due Date and Close Date, the instructions, any files you have attached, and a rubric if there is one.

Students can begin their assignments right away in Teams if you have attached a document for them to work on. In the example below, students would be using PowerPoint on their desktops simultaneously with ClassPoint to make their presentations more interactive. As they work, their changes will be saved automatically. If you don’t have a document attached, students can upload and attach their work instead.

When they have completed their work, they just need to click Turn In. They will see a fun animation appear indicating the turn-in is successful.

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How to Grade Assignments

Once students have turned in their work, you will receive a notification. Now, you can easily look over and grade their work. Click into an assignment to view how many students have turned in their work, how many need grading, and how many you have already graded.

To grade an assignment, click on the Turned in status. Here, you are able to view their work alongside a tab for you to give them feedback. If you have a rubric , it will open for you to assign the points for each category. Scrolling down, you can leave feedback to let them know what they excelled at and what needs more work.

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When the grading is completed, you can return it to the student. They can view your feedback, make changes, and turn it in again if necessary.

To easily jump between students for a continuous grading experience, click the arrows on the side of the student’s name, or click on the student’s name for a drop-down menu of your other students.

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Export Grade Data

In Teams, it is really easy to export data, especially for assignments. You can export data for certain assignments, in addition to exporting all assignments and student grade data. This can be done from the Grades pivot on the top toolbar. You will see a complete list of your students, and of each assignment on this tab that you have assigned throughout the year.

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Frequently Asked Questions

And that completes this tutorial on Assignments in Microsoft Teams! There is plenty you can do with this feature on Teams to make it suitable for your students and classroom. Enjoy using it to its fullest potential.

We have put together some frequently asked questions in case you still have some lingering questions before you get started!

What if I don’t see the Assignments tab?

If you don’t see the Assignment tab on the top ribbon in your General channel, or on the side ribbon, you are not logged in with a Microsoft EDU account. Create your own, or get in touch with your IT department for your login.

What is the difference between the Due Date and the Close Date?

Students can still turn in Assignments after the Due Date has passed, but once the Close Date has passed, no more submissions are allowed.

If I return the assignment to my student does that mean I want them to redo it?

Not necessarily. You can return all assignments to the students so that they can see your feedback. If you want a student to redo the assignment, you should let them know in your feedback.

Can I attach a PDF for my students to edit to the assignment?

You can do this through your Class Notebook! Insert the PDF to a Class Notebook page and set it as the background. Then, you can assign this page to your students.

Watch this for a visual guide on how to insert a PDF to a Class Notebook page.

Can I assign an assignment to a certain channel?

Unfortunately, no. You can only assign to the General Channel, which is all your students, or assign to individual students when setting up the assignment.

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Create an assignment in Microsoft Teams

Create  assignments  for your students in Microsoft Teams for Education  . Manage assignment timelines, add instructions, create resources to turn in, and more.

Note : Assignments is only available in class teams . You can assign assignments to classes of up to 1000 students. Classes larger than 300 can't use a Class Notebook or Makecode.

In this article

Create a new assignment.

Title and category

Instructions and attachments

Points, rubrics, and grading

Assigning to students or groups

Due dates and scheduling

Assign, save, or discard

Classwork modules.

Navigating the Grades tab

Navigate to the desired class team, then select Assignments .

Select Create >   New   Assignment .

new assignment

Choose the channel where you'd like notifications for this assignment to post. This allows you to keep student work and discussion organized by unit, topic, or subject. By default, assignments will be posted in the General channel or your selection in Assignments Settings.

To choose a channel to post in, next to Post assignment notifications to:  select the down arrow for a list of available channels. 

Pick the channel you’d like this assignment notification to post in, your selection will be applied immediately.

To post assignment notifications to a channel, make sure bot posting is enabled. You can check that here  or ask your IT Admin for help. 

Assignments will post to channels that are visible to all students. Private channels will not appear during this step.

If you have selected multiple classes, select Set per Class to set which channel to use or just use the General channel. Assignments to individual students do not post to channels.

When you're ready, you can finish the process of creating your new assignment by assigning it to students.

Note : If your school uses Turnitin, you can sync assignment turn-ins to Turnitin .

Assign  will immediately publish the assignment and your students will be notified of the new assignment on the day you specified and the notification linking to this assignment will post in the channel you selected. They'll also have an entry on their Teams and Outlooks calendars if you've selected that option.

Save  will save a draft of the assignment. Students will not receive any notification, and nothing will be added to any calendar. 

Discard  will delete the draft of the assignment. Students will not receive any notification, and nothing will be added to any calendar. 

Channel notifications

Navigate the Grades tab

To open the Grades tab, navigate to your desired class team and select Grades .

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You'll see that students appear in a column, with their assignments in a row next to their name. Assignments are listed in order by due date with the nearest date at the beginning. 

Learn more about the Grades tab.  

Create a group assignment

Edit an assignment

Save an assignment as a draft

Grade, return, and reassign assignments

Additional resources for educators

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Assignments in Teams for Education

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  • Applies to: Microsoft Teams

The Assignments and Grades features in Teams for Education allow educators to assign tasks, work, or quizzes to their students. Educators can manage assignment timelines, instructions, add resources to turn in, grade with rubrics, and more. They can also track class and individual student progress in the Grades tab.

Learn more about Assignments and Grades in Teams for Education .

For details about Teams assignments on different platforms, see Teams features by platform .

Assignments integrations in the Microsoft Teams admin center

Using the admin settings in the Microsoft Teams admin center, you can turn features on or off for educators within your organization and their students.

The following are settings related to Assignments:

Weekly guardian email digest

Guardian emails are sent each weekend to parents or guardians. The email contains information about assignments from the previous week and for the upcoming week.

There are three ways in which you can populate each student's guardian contact information. You can select any one of the following:

  • School Data Sync : You can ingest contact information via CSV files or via API sync. To learn how to do this, see Sync Parents and Guardian Contacts in SDS . If you want to leverage CSV files for populating the contacts, V2.1 is the preferred CSV file format in SDS, and you will need four CSV files: orgs.csv , users.csv , roles.csv , and relationships.csv . For more information, see SDS V2.1 CSV File Format . If you'd like to first get an overview of SDS instead, see School Data Sync Overview .
  • Parents App : You can select this method if you’ve not set up SDS. An educator can add or edit parent/guardian contact information through a form-based input for each student and request their school admin for approval. Once the admin approves the request, the contact details are updated. For more information, see Manually Update Parent Contact Information .
  • Microsoft Graph : The contact information can be updated in the ‘relatedContact resource type’, and the ‘Update’ API can be used to populate parent/guardian contact information for each student. Learn more here .

Turn on the Guardian Setting in the Microsoft Teams admin center navigating to Education > Parent and guardian settings , as the setting is turned off by default. This will enable teachers to send out a weekly digest.

Teachers can opt-out of the digest by deselecting the setting inside their own personal class team ( Assignment Settings > Parent/Guardian Emails ).

To verify that Parents will get the email, the following three items must be true:

Email address attached to the student profile in SDS and tagged as Parent or Guardian . For details, see Parents and Guardian Sync File Format. If you’re using Graph API, the relationship should be tagged as Parent or Guardian .

Students belong to at least one class in which e-mail isn't disabled by the teacher in assignment settings .

The emails will contain information about assignments that have a due date from the previous week or in the upcoming week.

Default setting for this feature is - Off .

If you want to learn about School Connection, which empowers parents and guardians to stay informed about their child’s assignments, grades, and insights in real-time with no extra work required from educators, see   Set up School Connection .

Microsoft MakeCode is a block-based coding platform that brings computer science to life for all students.

MakeCode is a Microsoft product that is subject to the Microsoft terms of use and privacy policies.

To view and manage this setting, navigate to Education > Assignment settings  in the Teams admin center.

To enable MakeCode assignments in Teams, go to the Teams Admin Center , navigate to the Assignments section, and turn the MakeCode toggle option to On . Select Save . Allow a few hours for these settings to take effect.

For more information on how this feature works, watch this video demonstration .

Learn more about MakeCode .

Turnitin is an academic integrity service. This is a third-party service that is subject to its own terms and privacy policy. You're responsible for your use of any third-party products and services.

To enable Turnitin for your organization, you'll need a Turnitin subscription. Then, you can input the following information, which can be found in your Turnitin admin console:

  • TurnitinApiKey : This is a 32-character GUID found in the admin console under Integrations.
  • TurnitinApiUrl : This is the HTTPS URL of your Turnitin admin console.

Here are some instructions to help you obtain this information.

The TurnitinApiUrl is the host address of your admin console. Example: https://your-tenant-name.turnitin.com

The admin console is where you can create an integration and an API key associated with the integration.

Select Integrations from the side menu, then select Add Integration and give the integration a name.

Screenshot showing adding a new integration.

The TurnitinApiKey will be given to you after you follow the prompts. Copy the API key and paste it into the Microsoft Teams admin center. This is the only time you can view the key.

Screenshot showing copying the API key.

Upon clicking the Save button in the admin center for this setting, allow a few hours for these settings to take effect.

Assignments data

Assignments stores information that is generated both by teachers and students. All the data is co-shared between teacher and the specific student for which the information is intended in class. There are two stores of this data, SharePoint and outside of SharePoint.

The same rules also apply to first-party integrations such as Reading Progress.

Assignments data in SharePoint document libraries

Students' files associated with a Submission for Assignment are stored in a document library (named: Student Work ). Files associated with Assignments that are created by teachers and accessible by Students are stored in another document library (named: Class Files ) in the corresponding Class Team SharePoint site. First-party integrations may also store Assignments data in the same corresponding Class Team SharePoint site (named: Assignments title + time stamp ).

Files associated with the student

IT admins can use the Content Search tool to search for student files ( Student Work , Class Files , or other 1st-party integration files) that are related to assignment submissions and files that are related to assignments. For example, an admin could search all SharePoint sites in the organization and use the student's name and class or assignment name in the search query to find data relevant to a data subject request (DSR).

Files associated with the teacher

IT admins can use the Content Search tool to search for teacher files ( Student Work , Class Files , or other 1st-party integration files) that are related to assignments and files distributed to students by the teachers within a class on assignments. For example, an admin could search all SharePoint sites in the organization and use the teacher's name and class or assignment name in the search query to find data relevant to a DSR.

Assignments data outside of SharePoint document libraries

Some data related to Assignments isn't stored in the class team SharePoint site, which means it's not discoverable with Content Search. This includes:

  • Student grades and feedback from the teacher
  • The list of documents submitted for an assignment by each student
  • Assignment details like Due Date, etc.
  • First-party integration data like Reading Progress passages or student pronunciation data

For this type of data, an IT admin or data owner, such as a teacher, may have to go into the assignment in the class team to find data relevant to a DSR. The admin can add themselves as an owner to the class and view all the assignments for that class team.

If a student is no longer part of the class, their data might still be present in the class as no longer enrolled . The student will have to provide the tenant admin the list of such classes that they were ever a part of.

Bulk Export assignment data outside of SharePoint document libraries

For a student.

To bulk export a single student's data, before removing the student from the classes they're part of, run the script and provide the userId . If the student has been removed from the site, either the admin can add the student back to the class before running the script, or the admin can provide the userId and the classId that the student was ever a part of.

The data about the student submissions will be exported.

For a teacher

Bulk Export assignment data works the same way for a student, but all submissions that the teacher has access to will be exported.

Bulk Delete assignment data outside of SharePoint document libraries

To bulk delete a single student's data, before removing the student from the classes they're part of, run the script and provide the userId . If the student has been removed from the site, either the admin can add the student back to the class before running the script, or the admin can provide the userId and the classId that the student was ever a part of.

Providing a ClassId will allow the admin to only delete information about the student from a specific class.

Since an assignment's data for a teacher is shared across the class, there's no bulk delete option. Instead the admin can add themselves to the class, go to the app, and delete the assignment.

For more information, see Configure assignments for Teams .

Removing Assignments and Grades

You can also use Teams policies to remove Assignments and Grades for a specific user or for your entire tenant.

To remove Assignments and Grades for an individual user, go to Teams Admin Center and navigate to Teams apps > Permission policies to create a new app permission policy definition. When creating the new policy definition, set the Microsoft apps policy to Block specific apps and allow all others and add Assignments and Grades to the list of blocked applications. Once your new policy definition is saved, assign it to the appropriate users.

To remove Assignments and Grades for your entire tenant, go to Teams Admin Center , navigate to Teams apps > Manage apps , and search for and select Assignments and Grades from the application list. Change the status setting within the applications' settings page to Blocked .

Assignments diagnostic tool for users

Microsoft Support has created a tool to collect diagnostic data for the Microsoft engineering team to investigate issues related to the Assignments feature.

This tool can be accessed inside of Assignments on any screen the users experience an issue.

To pull up the diagnostic tool in Teams, users can:

  • Select Ctrl+/
  • Touch the screen with two fingers and rotate fingers 45 degrees, or
  • Tap on the screen with three fingers for 15 seconds

Once the diagnostic tool pops up, users will see a list of data that may be needed by Microsoft technical support.

The data pulled may include:

  • Assignment ID
  • Submission ID

This data isn't automatically sent to Microsoft. Users need to copy and paste the data to a Microsoft support agent regarding a support ticket.

If a user pulls up the diagnostic tool then closes it, no data is sent.

When the data is sent to a Microsoft support agent, it's handled as Support Data under your organization's Microsoft 365 service agreements.

For instructions on using this diagnostic tool that you can share with educators and students, see Get diagnostic data to troubleshoot Assignments .

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How to Assign Tasks in Microsoft Teams

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Microsoft Teams isn't just a chat tool for exchanging messages or planning video calls; it's a powerful platform for collaboration and task management. Whether you're part of a small team or a sprawling enterprise, knowing how to effectively assign tasks in Teams can streamline your workflow and keep everyone on the same page.

In this post, we'll explore the ins and outs of assigning tasks in Microsoft Teams. We'll cover everything from setting up tasks in different channels to managing task lists and deadlines. By the end, you'll be well-equipped to use Teams as an effective task management tool for your projects.

Getting Started with Microsoft Teams Tasks

Before diving into assigning tasks, it's crucial to understand how Microsoft Teams integrates with task management tools like Planner and To Do. These applications work seamlessly within Teams, offering a cohesive experience for assigning and tracking tasks.

Microsoft Planner is designed for team tasks, providing a visual way to organize and assign tasks across a group. It's ideal for projects requiring collaboration, where multiple team members need to coordinate efforts.

Microsoft To Do is more about personal task management. It's perfect for individuals who need to keep track of their day-to-day tasks but can also be integrated into Teams for broader task visibility.

Both of these tools can be added to a Teams channel as tabs, making it easy for everyone to access task lists and updates without leaving the Teams interface.

Setting Up Planner in Teams

To start using Planner within Teams, you'll need to add it to the channel where you want to manage tasks. Here's a step-by-step guide to getting it set up:

  • Open Microsoft Teams and navigate to the team where you want to add Planner.
  • Click on the + icon at the top of the channel's tab bar.
  • Select Planner from the list of available apps.
  • Choose to create a new plan or use an existing one. If you're starting fresh, give your plan a name that reflects the purpose or project.
  • Once added, the Planner tab will appear alongside other channel tabs, allowing team members to view and manage tasks directly within Teams.

With Planner set up, you can now begin assigning tasks to team members, setting deadlines, and tracking progress, all from within the Teams environment.

Assigning Tasks in Planner

Assigning tasks in Planner is straightforward, making it easy to delegate work and keep track of who is responsible for what. Here's how you can assign tasks:

  • Go to the Planner tab in your Teams channel.
  • Click on Add task to create a new task.
  • Enter a task name and optionally provide a description to give more context.
  • Set a due date to ensure timely completion.
  • Assign the task to one or more team members by selecting from the list of available users.
  • Click Add task to save it.

Once tasks are assigned, team members will receive notifications, and the task will appear on their Planner dashboard. This visibility helps everyone stay informed about their responsibilities and deadlines.

Using To Do for Personal Task Management

While Planner is great for team tasks, Microsoft To Do is your go-to for personal task management. It's integrated into Teams, allowing you to keep track of everything you need to accomplish.

To access To Do in Teams:

  • In Teams, click on More added apps (the three dots on the left sidebar).
  • Search for To Do and click to open it.
  • Here, you can view your tasks, set priorities, and organize them into lists.

To Do makes it easy to manage your workload. You can create tasks for yourself, set reminders, and even sync with Outlook tasks, ensuring you never miss an important deadline or meeting.

Integrating To Do with Teams Tasks

One of the handy features of Microsoft Teams is its ability to integrate personal and team tasks. When you use both Planner and To Do, you can manage your personal and team assignments in one place.

For instance, tasks assigned to you in Planner can automatically show up in your To Do lists. This dual visibility ensures you have a holistic view of what's on your plate, whether it's a team project or a personal reminder to pick up groceries on the way home.

To make sure this integration works smoothly, ensure that both tools are linked to the same Microsoft account. This synchronization keeps everything up-to-date and accessible whether you're on your computer or mobile device.

Managing Task Lists and Deadlines

Once tasks start accumulating, it's important to keep them organized. Microsoft Teams offers several features to help you manage task lists and deadlines effectively.

Organize Tasks with Buckets: In Planner, you can categorize tasks into buckets. This feature is particularly useful for organizing tasks by phases of a project, department, or priority level. For example, you might have buckets labeled "To Do," "In Progress," and "Completed." This visual organization helps team members quickly see the status of different tasks.

Set Labels for Easy Identification: Adding color-coded labels to tasks can further simplify management. For instance, you might use green labels for tasks related to marketing and red for urgent items. These labels make it easier to scan through tasks and identify what needs immediate attention.

Track Deadlines with Calendar View: Planner offers a calendar view that provides a timeline of tasks and their deadlines. This view is particularly helpful for project managers who need to visualize the workload and ensure that no deadlines overlap or are missed.

Tracking Progress and Updates

Keeping track of task progress is crucial for any project. Microsoft Teams and Planner offer several ways to monitor updates and ensure everything stays on track.

Progress Indicators: Each task in Planner can be marked with a status like "Not Started," "In Progress," or "Completed." These indicators provide a quick overview of the team's progress and help identify any bottlenecks.

Comments and Attachments: Tasks in Planner allow for comments and attachments. Team members can use comments to communicate updates or ask questions directly within the task, keeping all related information in one place. Attachments are useful for sharing relevant documents or resources.

Notifications and Reminders: Teams and Planner send notifications for task assignments and approaching deadlines. These alerts ensure that team members are always aware of what's due soon and any changes made to tasks.

Collaborating on Tasks in Teams

Teams is all about collaboration, and its task management features are no different. Here are some ways to enhance teamwork when using tasks in Teams:

  • Task Discussions: Use the comments section in each task for discussions. This feature allows team members to brainstorm, provide feedback, or clarify details without needing separate meetings or emails.
  • File Sharing: If a task requires files or resources, you can attach them directly to the task. This keeps everything your team needs in one place and ensures everyone has access to the latest versions.
  • Task Prioritization: Collaborate with your team to prioritize tasks. Use status updates and labels to indicate priority levels, ensuring that everyone knows what tasks should be tackled first.

These collaborative features make it easier for teams to work together effectively, even if they're spread across different locations or time zones.

Tips for Effective Task Management in Teams

While Microsoft Teams offers robust tools for task management, it's essential to use them effectively to maximize their benefits. Here are some tips to keep in mind:

  • Regularly Review Tasks: Make it a habit to review tasks regularly. This practice helps you stay on top of what's due, reassess priorities, and ensure tasks are progressing as planned.
  • Utilize Filters and Views: Use Planner's filtering options to sort tasks by due date, priority, or status. This feature helps you focus on specific tasks without getting overwhelmed by the entire list.
  • Encourage Team Participation: Encourage team members to update task statuses and add comments. This collaborative approach keeps everyone informed and engaged.
  • Set Realistic Deadlines: When assigning tasks, set realistic deadlines that account for potential roadblocks. This foresight helps prevent unnecessary stress and ensures quality work.

By following these tips, you can create a more efficient and organized task management system within Teams.

Advanced Features and Customization

Microsoft Teams and Planner offer advanced features and customization options to tailor task management to your needs. Here are a few you might find useful:

  • Custom Fields: Add custom fields to tasks to capture specific information, such as project codes or client names. This customization helps keep all relevant details in one place.
  • Power Automate Integration: Use Power Automate to create workflows that automate repetitive task management processes. For example, you can set up automatic reminders for upcoming deadlines.
  • Third-Party App Integrations: Teams supports integrations with various third-party apps, such as Trello or Asana. These integrations allow you to pull in tasks from other platforms, ensuring everything is centralized in Teams.

Exploring these advanced features can enhance your task management experience and provide greater flexibility in how you manage your workload.

Final Thoughts

Assigning tasks in Microsoft Teams is a straightforward process that can significantly improve your team's coordination and productivity. By utilizing tools like Planner and To Do, you can streamline task management, enhance collaboration, and ensure everyone stays on track.

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    Note: If you have older documents with the file extension .doc, .xls, or .ppt, students won't be able to edit them.You can either attach them as read-only reference material or create a new file in Teams, copy in the old content, and save it. All new files you create in Teams or other Microsoft 365 apps will have the correct extension.

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    Create an Assignment in Microsoft Teams. To begin creating assignments in Microsoft Teams, you first need to be sure of two things: You are logged in with a Microsoft EDU account; The Team you have created is a Class Team type; If both of those things are complete you will be able to see the Assignments tab on the side ribbon and on the top ribbon in the General channel.

  3. Create an assignment in Microsoft Teams

    Create assignments for your students in Microsoft Teams for Education . Manage assignment timelines, add instructions, create resources to turn in, and more. Note: Assignments is only available in class teams. You can assign assignments to classes of up to 1000 students. Classes larger than 300 can't use a Class Notebook or Makecode.

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    For more information, see Configure assignments for Teams. Removing Assignments and Grades. You can also use Teams policies to remove Assignments and Grades for a specific user or for your entire tenant. To remove Assignments and Grades for an individual user, go to Teams Admin Center and navigate to Teams apps > Permission policies to create a ...

  5. Assignments and grades in your class team

    The Assignments tab in your class team's General channel enables teachers to assign homework, quizzes, and activities to students. Use the Grades tab to keep track of student scores on all class assignments.

  6. How to create an assignment in Microsoft Teams

    See how assignments in Microsoft Teams brings creating, reviewing, grading and analyzing assignments together all in one place - without a single piece of pa...

  7. How to create Assignments in Microsoft Teams (2021)

    A quick step by step tutorial on how to create Assignments in Microsoft Teams for Education. This cover the basics on Microsoft Teams Assignments, but also ...

  8. HOW TO: Create Assignments in Microsoft Teams

    00:00 Introduction00:16 Assignments homepage 01:43 Create06:11 Rubrics00:07:13 Tagging07:51 Notifications08:56 Assigning assignments09:44 Editing assignments...

  9. Turn in an assignment in Microsoft Teams

    Select any assignment card to open it and view the assignment's details. Tip: Select the Expansion icon (diagonal, double sided arrow) to work in full-screen mode. If your educator specified a document for you to turn in, or if you have other files to attach to this assignment, select +Add work and upload your file.

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    Notifications and Reminders: Teams and Planner send notifications for task assignments and approaching deadlines. These alerts ensure that team members are always aware of what's due soon and any changes made to tasks. ... These collaborative features make it easier for teams to work together effectively, even if they're spread across different ...