How to Create an Assignment in Google Classroom

Lee Stanton September 22, 2021

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Google Classroom is one of the top tools for teaching online classes. If you’re a teacher, learning how to manage assignments on the platform is a great skill. In addition to creating them, you can save draft versions, copy them, schedule them to be sent later, choose which students receive them, etc.

If you’re new to Google Classroom and wondering how to make an assignment, you’ve come to the right place. This article will discuss assigning them to all or specific students as well as offer tips and tricks to fully take advantage of Google Classroom.

How to Create an Assignment in Google Classroom for Each Student

Sometimes, you’ll need to create different assignments for different students. Whether your students need extra homework, want a better grade, or received detention and need to make up a lesson, learning how to make assignments for individual students is essential. Fortunately, Google Classroom made the process easy.

How to Create an Assignment in Google Classroom for Each Student on a PC

Here’s how to make an assignment for individual students in Google Classroom:

Go to Google Classroom.
Select the class and press “Classwork.”
Press “Create” and select “Assignment.”
Enter the title and provide the necessary information.
Press the arrow pointing downwards next to “All students.”
Press “All students” to deselect everyone.
Select the students.
Press “Assign” to post your assignment or schedule it for later.

How to Create an Assignment in Google Classroom for Each Student on an Android

If you’re on the go or don’t have your computer nearby, you can use the Google Classroom app on your Android device. Although you may think it’s hard to work on a smaller screen, Google Classroom did an excellent job of making the process quick and simple.

Follow these steps to create assignments for each student on your Android device:

If you don’t have it already, download the Google Classroom app from the Play Store and open it.
Choose the class.
Tap the classwork icon.
Tap the plus sign and tap “Assignment.”
Enter the name and write the necessary instructions.
Tap “All students” twice to deselect them.
Type the names of the students to which you want to send the assignments.
Tap “Assign” to send the assignment right away or schedule it.

How to Create an Assignment in Google Classroom for Each Student on an iPhone or iPad

The Google Classroom app is also available for iPhone/iPad users. Creating an assignment for each student can be done in several clicks. Follow the instructions below to make an assignment for individual students on your iPhone/iPad:

If you don’t have it, download the Google Classroom app from the App Store and launch it.
Select the class.
Press the classwork icon.
Tap the plus sign to create a new assignment.
Enter its name and provide instructions, if any.
Tap “All students” twice to deselect them.
Add a student by typing their name. You can select up to 100 students.
Once you’re done, tap “Assign” to send the assignment or schedule it for later.

How to Create an Assignment in Google Classroom for All Students

If you’ve prepared one assignment for the whole class, Google Classroom allows you to send it to all students at once. In fact, this is the default option that you can customize if necessary. You can also choose whether you want to save it as a draft, assign it right away, schedule it for later, etc.

How to Create an Assignment in Google Classroom for the Whole Class on a PC

Create an assignment for all students in your class by following the steps below:

Open your browser and go to Google Classroom.
Choose the class for which you want to create the assignment and press “Classwork.”
Select “Create” and press “Assignment.”
Enter the name and provide instructions if necessary.
Under the “For” section on the right side, ensure the “All students” option is selected.
Choose whether you want to send the assignment, schedule it for later, or save it as a draft.

How to Create an Assignment in Google Classroom for the Whole Class on an Android Device

If you’re not near your computer but want to send the assignment to your students, you can use the Google Classroom app for Android. Creating and sending an assignment on your Android is just as easy as doing it on your computer.

Here’s what you need to do:

Open the Google Classroom app. If you don’t have it, download it from the Play Store.
Select the class to which you want to send the assignment.
Press the classwork icon.
Tap the plus sign and tap “Assignment.”
Type the assignment’s name and provide instructions, if any.
Double-check whether the “All students” option is selected.
Send the assignment right away, schedule it for later, or save it as a draft.

How to Create an Assignment in Google Classroom for the Whole Class on an iPhone

iPhone/iPad users will be happy to know they can download the Google Classroom app from the App Store. Navigating through the app is straightforward, so you can create assignments for all your students even when you’re not at home or near your computer.

Here’s how to make an assignment in Google Classroom for all students on your iPhone/iPad:

Open the Google Classroom app. If you don’t have it already, download it from the App Store and launch it.
Choose the class where you want to post an assignment.
Press the classwork icon.
Tap the plus sign and make a new assignment.
Enter the assignment’s title and provide instructions (this is optional).
Ensure “All students” is selected.
Once you’re done, choose what you would like to do with the assignment.

How to Make a Copy of an Assignment in Google Classroom

If you have one assignment for multiple classes or want to use one from previous years, the good news is you don’t have to waste time creating it from scratch. Instead, Google Classroom offers the “Reuse” option that enables you to send an existing assignment to students in other classes.

How to Make a Copy of an Assignment in Google Classroom on a PC

If you’re using a PC and want to create a copy of an existing assignment, here’s what you need to do:

Open your browser and go to Google Classroom.
Select the class to which you want to send the assignment.
Press “Classwork” and select “Create.”
Press “Reuse post.”
Select the class where you’ve posted the assignment you need.
Press the assignment.
Click “Reuse.”
- If you want, you can change information, customize the attachments or instructions.
Choose if you want to send the assignment, schedule it, or save it as a draft.

How to Make a Copy of an Assignment in Google Classroom on an Android Device

Google Classroom’s “Reuse” option is perfect for when you’re not near your computer and want to “recycle” an old assignment. The Android app allows you to do this in just a few clicks:

Open the Google Classroom app or download it from the Play Store if you don’t have it.
Tap the class to which you want to send the assignment.
Tap “Classwork.”
Tap the plus sign and select “Reuse post.”
Browse your classes and tap the one with the assignment.
Select the assignment in question.
Edit the assignment’s information if you want.
Post your assignment right away, or select the three dots to schedule or save it as a draft.

How to Make a Copy of an Assignment in Google Classroom on an iPhone

iPhone/iPad users can copy an existing Google Classroom assignment and share it with a class or save it for later. Follow the steps below to do it:

Open the Google Classroom app (or install it from the App Store if you don’t already have it).
Tap the class where you’ll be sending the existing assignment.
Tap “Classwork.”
Press the plus sign and tap “Reuse post.”
Choose the class that contains the assignment.
Select the assignment.
If needed, change information or edit existing attachments.
Post the assignment right away, save it as a draft, or schedule it for later.

Google Classroom Has a Lot to Offer

As one of the best online teaching tools, Google Classroom allows you to take advantage of numerous options regarding assignments. It’s available on both your computer and phone/tablet, which makes creating assignments more convenient. If you’ve already created an assignment, you can easily copy it and send it to a different class, which can be a real time-saver.

We hope this article taught you how to make an assignment in Google Classroom. Along with that, we hope you learned additional information about the app’s useful options.

Have you ever used Google Classroom? Which option is your favorite? Tell us in the comments section below.