There are several scenarios where you might need to edit a Dropbox that already exists in your course. For example, if you need to change the due date, set up special access for a student with accommodations, or enable Turnitin on a Dropbox. This tutorial reviews each of the Dropbox settings you can adjust.
Step-by-Step:
- Navigate to Submissions from the Navbar
- Select Dropboxes
- Locate the Dropbox you wish to edit, click the down arrow next to its title, and then select edit folder
- This will bring you to the Dropbox settings page
- Edit the area or setting of the Dropbox based on the visual guide below
Visual Guide to Dropbox Settings Screen
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Name: Title of the Dropbox
- Score Out Of: Total points the assignment is worth
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Grade Item: The associated grade item. Select which grade item this Dropbox is connected to in this area.
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Due Date: You can update the date or time of day your Dropbox is due. Note the default Due Date time is set to 11:59 pm.
- Instructions: The text box is where you can edit or add instructions, as well as insert images or files
- Availability Dates & Conditions: Adjust availability dates, add/edit special access, and add/edit restrictions
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Submission & Completion: Adjust submission conditions and setting. Add or change category, set submission type and attempts allowed/kept. View the guide below for a more in-depth tutorial on submission and completion options.
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Evaluation & Feedback: Set evaluation and feedback settings like rubrics and Turnitin. Manage Turnitin settings and edit a rubric here.
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External Attachments: Attach files and links outside of the instructions area. Attachments are downloadable for students.
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Name: Title of the Dropbox
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