First click on Lessons. Once in lessons, click the arrow beside "Assessments"(see pic).
Find "Assignment" and click.
Once you click "Assignment" another screen will display for you to enter the name, Comments/description, attach a file, points possible, etc.
Once you have selected the options you would like and clicked submit, a column will appear in the grade center with the auto category selected as "Assignment". If you need to change the category, please click the link to view instructions: http://gtclibrary.libanswers.com/FacultyFAQs/faq/125946?m=p