i've got an assignment due

My assignment is due tomorrow and I haven't even started it yet!

English expert at Atomi

Well, if it really is due tomorrow, let’s do this and do it quick! You could have anything due tomorrow, so instead of a step-by-step guide let’s focus on some tips and tricks to pull off this craziness. Legions of students before you have done it and legions of students after you will do it so have faith—you can do it 💪.

1. Prioritise

This probably doesn’t need to be said but if it’s due tomorrow then clear your schedule tonight—this is absolutely your top priority right now! Normally we recommend getting plenty of sleep but if you have something due tomorrow, tonight's the night to push your bedtime back a little bit (still no all-nighters though!)

2. Get your head in the game

Okay, no matter how much of a mountain it seems, this has to be done tonight. Don’t let yourself even consider the option of handing it in late—just thinking that will make it even harder to finish in time.

It’s time to get your head in the game and focus on the task ahead. You want to grab some water and make sure you’ve eaten. Then, set yourself up in a clean, bright area, find a supportive chair and grab all of the resources you'll need to do your assignment.

You can check out our video on Study Spaces for everything you need to set up the perfect workspace.

3. Work out exactly what you need to do

To work as efficiently as possible you should first understand exactly what you need to do.

That means you need to think about exactly what ideas or topics you need to cover and what your approach should be. So, read the assignment and marking criteria carefully and identify any keywords. Also highlight any important details, like the word count or page limit, the submission format and any other info that will affect how you approach this task.

This will vary massively depending on the assignment. The point is basically just that you should make sure you know exactly what you need to do before you start. Trust me, it’ll make everything quicker if you do ⏰.

4. Do a brief plan

To make sure we can get this done properly in one night, the next step is to plan your answer. This will make it a lot easier to start writing and, if you have to do any research, you will know exactly what you’re looking for.

So, sketch out a brief plan onto a page. Work out what needs to go into your answer and how it’s going to be structured. It might feel difficult or pointless to plan at this point, but if you can get some of the hard work out of the way here it’ll become much easier to write!

5. Research efficiently

Now, this one is obviously only relevant if you need research for your answer. Gathering research for an essay or report can take time. By using the keywords from the syllabus and assessment notification, you’ll be able to focus on the resources that you actually need. As far as you can, drop your research straight into the plan and you’ll be moving much more efficiently.

Don’t forget to reference as you go! This will save you time and ensure you don’t make any mistakes 😅.

6. Quality over quantity

This is a seriously important tip. When you’re really under pressure, it can be tempting to just smash out as many words as possible so you can hit that word count—don’t do this! It’s just going to give you a whole lot of waffle and even worse marks.

Instead of waffling, stick to your answer plan, use your research and fall back on the ideas in our lessons . It will get you a much better result for not that much extra work ✅.

7. Do your final read over tomorrow morning

Once you’ve finally pulled off that answer, it’s time to go to bed. You’re probably going to be too tired, too stressed and too wrapped up in your answer to be able to give it a proper check and edit.

So, just get some sleep now, set the alarm 30mins earlier tomorrow and read over it again with fresh eyes and a clear mind. You should be able to pick up any little mistakes and make the whole thing read a lot better and generally end up with a stronger answer!

Even though this isn’t ideal, you can still pull it off! The secret is to be as efficient as possible. So, keep calm, find out exactly what you need to do, plan, research properly and don’t waffle.

Oh and next time, don’t leave your assignments to the last minute 😅. Instead, watch our lesson on Planning an Assignment and use the downloadable planner so you aren’t in this sticky situation again.

For more study tips, tricks and advice, keep reading the student blog or follow Atomi on Instagram . See you there 👋.

Published on

March 15, 2022

Recommended reads

How to plan an assignment

Sitting trials or internal assessments at home read this.

5 Tips for tackling a take-home assessment

What's atomi.

Engaging, curriculum-specific videos and interactive lessons backed by research, so you can study smarter, not harder.

With tens of thousands of practice questions and custom revision sessions, you won’t just think you’re ready. You’ll know you are!

Study skills strategies and tips, AI-powered revision recommendations and progress insights help you stay on track.

Short, curriculum-specific videos and interactive content that’s easy to understand and backed by the latest research.

Active recall quizzes, topic-based tests and exam practice enable students to build their skills and get immediate feedback.

Our AI understands each student's progress and makes intelligent recommendations based on their strengths and weaknesses.

Search Site

Browse all Foundation, Undergraduate, Postgraduate and CPD courses.

Find out about Postgraduate study, including courses, fees and open events.

We want to guide and support you through your process.

Support and information on admissions, fees and funding and courses for applicants from outside of the UK.

Our Higher and Degree Apprenticeships have been designed with employers in mind.

Apply to study a Research Degree.

We offer a range of generous bursaries and scholarships to support you during your studies.

Find out about our Open Days, including online events, campus tours and webinars.

Browse our prospectuses to find out what the University has to offer.

Information for teachers and advisors in preparing students for university.

Help and advice, so you can navigate your way through the University application process with your child.

The latest news and events from the University.

We are here to help every student at the University of Bedfordshire get the most out of their university experience.

Welcome new students.

Browse on campus accommodation options from our university accredited partners.

Find out about the processes we use to deliver and manage assessment-related processes, what support is available to you and how we agree and approve your results.

Discover more about joining alumni groups and staying in touch with the university.

See how you'll be supported during your time at the University.

We welcome people of all faiths and beliefs and offer personal and spiritual support to students from over 100 countries.

Find out about examinations at the University of Bedfordshire.

Find out all you need to know about attending your graduation.

Find out about timetabling at the University of Bedfordshire.

Discover what services we offer to improve your experience as a student.

Take a look at the support that is on offer to assist you through your time at Bedfordshire.

Discover more about sports teams, our get active programme and gym membership.

Find out more about applying for a research degree.

Explore world-leading research developed here at Bedfordshire.

Explore the research Bedfordshire Academics are involved with.

Latest research news.

Research events and conferences

Research & Innovation Service supports our academic colleagues with research and knowledge exchange activities.

We are committed to making a significant social and economic contribution to the local and national economy.

Whether you are a public, private or third sector organisation, we can help. Get in touch with us via a simple form.

We can help you develop your business from idea to start-up.

We can support SMEs to boost their business performance and growth potential.

Whatever challenge you are facing, we can help you access the expertise to make it happen.

The Culture and Community Engagement team (formerly Arts and Culture Projects) brings together university expertise with civic and sector partners, acting as a bridge nationally and locally between higher education, business and local people.

Looking to invest in your team? We offer a suite of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) short courses to add value to your business.

Discover our apprenticeship training for Management, Digital, Nursing, Healthcare and Social Work.

We offer top-quality spaces with IT support, catering, and accommodation to suit your event needs.

• Latest news
• Student blog
• Proud to be black
• Made at Bedfordshire
• Proud To Be Beds
• 2022 Archive
• 2021 Archive
• 2020 Archive
• 2019 Archive
• 2018 Archive
• 2017 Archive
• 2016 Archive
• 2015 Archive
• 2014 Archive
• Case studies
• Upcoming Events
• Sponsorship
• 'Bits of Beds' podcast
• All Student Blogs
• Celebrations
• Student success stories
• Explore Bedfordshire
• Mental health and wellbeing
• Cost of living
• How to stay true to your resolutions this new year
• Optimise your student life with these online resources
• How to handle exam days
• Top tips to ace your revision
• Your guide to exam season

How I cope with assignment deadlines

• Top tips for new University of Bedfordshire students
• How to help tackle littering
• Student blogs
• Things to do on campus
• University news
• Case Studies
• Alex Lawrence
• Alex McCarthy
• Arthur Trombetta
• Ashley Loasby
• Bhishak Bremanand
• Cara Stevenson
• Cassandra Pinner
• Charlie Hughes
• Cherrie Ball
• Dami Olonisakin
• Duayne Boachie
• Frank Dutton
• Gavin O'Brien
• Humaira Tasnim
• Jigna Tailor
• Joe Flemons
• Joshua Smith
• Luke Peterson
• Maggie Alphonsi MBE
• Mandy Thandi
• Mary Harmer
• Melvin Odoom
• Natalie Andrews
• Richard Sackey Addo
• Sam Darlaston
• Sarah Jane Cass
• Sash Hamidi
• Siobhan Busby
• Tamara Lee Notcutt
• Toby Friedner
• 'Bits of Beds' podcast

Assignment deadlines and exams can sometimes make students – like myself – feel worried and anxious. But don’t fret as this is totally normal!

Student blogger and first year Journalism Student, Amia Clarke, shares her experience of dealing with assignment deadlines and her three top tips to take away.

Feeling worried and anxious about your assignments and deadlines is completely normal. Throughout my GCSE years, I revised like there was no tomorrow and I barely spent any time doing things I actually enjoyed.

Approaching A-Levels was similar, but I got to the point where I figured that losing sleep and happiness was not worth it and over-stressing was not helping at all. My parents constantly told me: “All you can do is what you can manage. The rest will fall into place.” And they were right! Sitting in the exam room was only a fraction of the long, exhilarating life ahead of me and so I began to lessen the pressure I was putting on myself.

When people work themselves up about exams or deadlines, they can either become over-anxious or want to revise non-stop, or the anxiety can push them to do the exact opposite and procrastinate instead. I believe that the most important thing during these times is balance. It’s not profitable to spend hours on end revising. That way, there’s no information actually going in after a while, so breaks are important and spreading out that intake of information is incredibly important for our wellbeing.

So give your mind rest! Yes, remain focused on what you need to do but don’t completely lose sight of yourself. Taking regular breaks in-between revision sessions will help cement that knowledge, and reassure your mind that it’s not the end of the world.

So far in my studies at university, I have personally found deadlines quite tricky. Somehow, I look at the due date weeks before, believing that I’ve got plenty of time to do it. Then before I know it, the due date turns out to be a week away! So being organised is another key thing to help reduce stress around revision and deadlines. I’ve learnt not to sit back and feel like I’ve got all the time in the world; just do the assignment when you can and it’ll make you feel so much better. Not only will you minimise your stress, but you’ll give yourself enough room to make mistakes and alter the end product.

For example, I had a video assignment due and I gave myself two weeks to complete it. What I originally produced ended up completely backfiring, but luckily (because I had been organised and gave myself two weeks), I had enough time to re-record and edit my plan B. Planning ahead is really important so I’d recommend popping your deadlines (and the time you’ll need to do the work/revise) into your calendars on your phone and set up reminders, so you can keep track easily.

So, my three key tips to take out of this blog are:

• Don’t stress yourself out too much! Assignments and exams are NOT the end of the world. It’s only momentary, so try not to think irrationally. Life goes back to normal right after.
• Take breaks ! There must be a balance between work and play. Too much revision isn’t beneficial, and nor is too much leisure. Pace yourself.
• Be organised . Don’t overestimate how much time you think you have. Give yourself enough room to complete your assignment with time to spare, just in case.

Amia Clarke

First year journalism student.

Hello to whoever is reading this! My name is Amia Clarke and I’m currently in my first year of studying Journalism. As you can probably guess, I enjoy writing and reading. But I’m not that boring; I took up rollerskating during Lockdown and now that I’m semi-decent at it, I do enjoy that in my spare time. I’m aiming to become an Investigative Journalist in the future, so look out for me all over your screens :)

Latest University News

You are using an outdated browser. Please upgrade your browser to improve your experience.

• How it works
• Homework answers

How to Finish Assignments When You Can’t

Crunch time is coming, deadlines need to be met, essays need to be submitted, and tests should be studied for. As a student who’s waiting for the end of crunch time, you’re looking for all the right ways to cut corners while being ultra efficient with your time and energy. But sometimes racing the clock you’ll come to a realization that this mountain of a task is insurmountable and it seems almost impossible to accomplish. But at this low point is exactly where you shouldn’t settle with an incomplete assignment or missing work. There are workarounds and “life hacks” that can help pull you out of this sticky situation.

Homework and education are very important, so finishing your assignments should be something that’s on every student’s mind. Here’s some ideas to get you started on your path to getting your assignments finished:

Ask for an Extension

Lots of students find themselves in this awful situation that seems impossible to do. Even if it is your fault for being a bad student or lazy, it’s worth a try to confront your professor or teacher and ask for an extension – as long as you actually complete it. Teachers and professors understand that the point of homework isn’t to give you something to do, rather train you and give you extra practice on materials you learn in class. Just know that it’s not their responsibility to give you an extension and they are not obligated to give you points for your late or missing assignments. But do them anyway – and have your teacher check your work so they know you’re good for the work even though it’s late. 

Ask for Help from Classmates

Your classmates are a good resource for you to help you finish your assignments, late or on time. They may even just give you answers – as long as you are polite about it and aren’t pressuring them to do so. They are helping you when they aren’t required to, and they’ll be more inclined if you are also reliable. The worst position to be in is to be the student who helps others but doesn’t receive help. Help could even be in the form of understanding the assignments and learning from them, kind of a tutoring situation. But again, it’s important that your classmates aren’t obligated to help you, so be grateful for any help you receive. 

Prevent This Happening in the Future

We don’t want you to constantly be stuck in this seemingly impossible situation – so we urge you to think about your assignments carefully – so it doesn’t happen again. This means several things:

• Keep Organized – understand when your assignments are due, and know how much time you have left so you can plan around it. It’s worth noting that this will also help you plan your lifestyle a bit better, so its a great thing to do
• Give Yourself Time – saving things for last minute is a surefire way to shoot yourself in the foot. Don’t do that. Instead, if they give you an assignment to do for the next lesson or the next day – set time aside after school to do it.
• Don’t Procrastinate – saying that you’ll do it later is the downfall of many missed assignments. You may forget about it or something may come up that will prevent you from doing your assignments on time. Get it done sooner rather than later

Use Your Resources

When we say “resources” we mean tutors, teacher’s assistants, and even the world wide web to help you complete your assignments when you’re unable to. Don’t make it a habit, but there are websites like Assignment Expert that are here to help you do exactly that: finish your homework. Note that schools and universities have their own rules for these types of resources, so use with caution. There are also websites that may have guides or flash cards that can help you in most of your subjects. If you do use them, they can be quite helpful to get you out of this situation. 

Prioritize Your Assignments

If you’ve got a ton of assignments to finish – and only a limited amount of time – its good to prioritize them in an order of importance – which classes do you need to complete them today – ones with very lenient teachers or professors – and ones that are low priority because you’re allowed to miss this one assignment. Having that done, your experience with finishing your assignments will go over much smoother and less stressful. 

Motivate Yourself

There’s a reason why you’re feeling stressed in this crunch time, you’re trying to accomplish something. Whether its to improve your grade or pass class, you still have motivation to do it. If you didn’t have any motivation, you wouldn’t be this stressed to read this article on the internet. But keep in mind your end goals so you’ll have the time and energy to spend on it. Complaining about not having enough time, isn’t going to give you more time.

Figure Out Your Problems

If you’ve procrastinated and put off your assignments, there must be a good reason, right? A good reason or not – you should reevaluate the things you’re doing in your life that put you in this position. If it can be helped, avoid these kinds of situations. Education is important and you should treat it as such. 

Once you get a handle on your situation, you can breathe a sigh of relief. Managing your time isn’t easy, so once its done you can relax a bit before your next deadline. 

Please help me to solve my chemistry problem

• More Networks

• Join our email list
• Post an article

How can we help you?

4 tips to help you complete online assignments on time.

How To Complete Online Assignments On Time

Most of the people who study online have other demanding commitments. As a result, online assignments can pile up and become overwhelming. At the last minute you may find yourself scrambling to get your assignment submitted before the clock strikes 12 midnight. Or, a worse scenario might be that you miss the deadline completely, thinking that you had more time. In order to avoid these mishaps and ensure you complete your online assignments on time, you should organize around your hectic schedule. The following strategies are what I used to ensure that all of my assignments were submitted on time.

1. Create A Time Table

At least a week before the official commencement of class, a course outline is usually posted in the course area. This course outline gives the assignments for each week. Get a head start by reviewing the eLearning course outline, a day or two prior, instead of waiting until class begins. Then create a time table; this way you already have a feel of what is expected of you for the entire course.

Pay specific attention to those assignments that are not a part of the discussion assignments. Usually, the weekly discussions are easier to complete than the written assignments. Use a calendar and mark the dates for the assignments for the course, depending on the length of the course. My courses at Walden University were 8 weeks long, which made it was easy for me to write down the courses on a ruled paper and stick it on my working desk where it was always visible.

The goal of writing down the assignments is to have a mental knowledge about how you will be able to fit in with your work schedule. For me working out how I will do my assignments was a little less challenging because we were given a monthly duty-sheet, at work, the majority of the times.

2. Gather Information For Your Online Assignments Beforehand

Usually, the assignments are interrelated to the classroom discussions; this makes it easier to source the information. Take time to read some of the recommended chapters and make sure to use the assignment questions and criteria for grading as a guide.

As you go along sourcing information, you may want to bookmark the pages you read, if it is a printed copy. If it is a digital book, you can print the relevant pages (if you have a preference for reading on paper than on a computer) and highlight the parts of the passage which you think answers the questions. Be sure to bookmark URLs to library articles you want to use for referencing, according to school’s reference guidelines. Also, remember to keep all printed material in a labeled folder so you can easily find when you are ready to construct your assignment.

3. Make Notes As You Read The Course Materials

If you have a brilliant idea while reading write it down and make sure your writing is legible. Sometimes we tell ourselves we will remember; however, if we fail to write, it is likely we will forget what these ideas were when it is time to do the assignment. If you are one who does not mind getting your book dirty you can make notes in the books as you go along.

For me, I enjoyed writing ideas alongside the text when it triggered an idea, but I used pencil which can be easily erased if I decide to sell my used books. When I wrote down my ideas, it was easier for me when it was time to do the first draft of my online assignment. Furthermore, if you fail to start your assignment early, the notes will provide a foundation on which to build your points, quickly.

4. Start Doing Your Online Assignment In Advance

Sometimes, you might have written assignments due weekly or bi-weekly; make sure that you recheck the date for submission. Review your reading material and use the notes and highlighted text as a guide to formatting your question.

When writing the draft for your online assignment, use the criteria and make sure that you answer the questions. Use appropriate headings and sub-headings to make your assignment look professional.

When writing the draft, you may find you may write more than the stipulated pages, but do not worry. The best way to make a brilliant online assignment is to write the thoughts as they flow then taking the time to arrange your content appropriately under the headings.

After you have done brainstorming and free-writing, look back at what you wrote and rearrange the content accordingly. A well written online assignment should be reader friendly. Avoid long sentences where necessary and use appropriate scenarios or examples to make your point to the instructor. Write as concisely as possible and ensure that you do not go above the page stipulations. If you did not write the introduction earlier on, now is the time to do so. Review guidelines for writing an introduction. Lastly, make sure to add a conclusion and references for your assignment (Check guidelines for referencing format), then proof read. (You can also use tools such as Grammarly for grammar check and Turnitin to help with avoiding plagiarism, if available in your classroom resources).

The tips above are flexible. Feel free to add your individuality or preferences and make the tips more relevant to your circumstances. These strategies worked for me and from my recollection I only submitted a late assignment once in my almost 3.8 years of online studying. Some instructors deduct marks for late submission of assignments so please strive to be early when submitting your online assignments. All the best in your online learning experience.

For further insight into how you can succeed in online learning, read the article Five-step Strategy for Student Success with Online Learning .

• Getting The Most Out Of Your eLearning Course: 10 Study Tips For Online Learners
• 5 Tips For Online Student Time Management
• Why Do Students Seek Online Help to Complete Their Homework?
• 5 Time Management Tips For Managing An Online Classroom
• Factors To Consider When Hiring An Online Tutor For Homework Help

How strict should you be? A guide to assignment due dates.

Colleges typically require instructors to include a calendar of assignment due dates in every course syllabus. But most syllabi also include a disclaimer that assignment deadlines are subject to change.  

So, how flexible should deadlines really be in a college course? 

Be Flexible, or be Rigid, but Always be Consistent 

Be consistent in your approach to deadline flexibility, whether you never accept late work or are always willing to make an exception. Nothing irritates strong students more than their instructor announcing, “Since so many of you asked for more time on the assignment that was due today, I’m extending its deadline to next week.”  

Syllabi should always include a clearly stated policy about the circumstances under which late work might be accepted, if at all.  

But should this policy be applied equally to low-stakes and high-stakes assignments? 

Low-Stakes Assessments  

If a course has many low-stakes assessments, like quizzes or homework problems, those assignments are usually due on the same day each week.  

For example, if class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays, there might a reading quiz due every Monday, to ensure that students are prepared for the week’s in-class discussions, and a homework problem due every Friday, to verify understanding of the week’s concepts. 

Here are three solid approaches to deadline flexibility for low-stakes assessments: 

1. Not flexible: Late work is never accepted  

If a student misses a deadline, they receive zero points on that assignment. 

This approach works best in courses that have many low-stakes assignments, such as reading quizzes on every textbook chapter, where missing one or two deadlines will not jeopardize a student’s understanding of the core concepts nor greatly impact their final letter grade. 

2. Somewhat flexible: Late work is accepted, at a penalty  

If a student misses a deadline, they can submit the assignment late, but their score will be penalized a specified amount (e.g. -5 points). 

This approach works best in courses where content acquisition is scaffolded such that missing one assignment will negatively impact a student’s understanding of core concepts and successful completion of future assignments. In this case, students who miss deadlines should be permitted to complete the missed assignments, but with a small scoring penalty to encourage on-time submissions in future weeks. 

3. Very flexible: Late work is made up, with instructor permission 

If a student misses a deadline, they must contact the instructor and arrange an alternate way to complete the assignment (e.g. by taking a make-up quiz during the instructor’s office hours). 

This approach works best in courses where low-stakes assessments are considered part of a student’s participation grade. In this case, missing a deadline is like missing a class meeting. Students should be encouraged to initiate contact with the instructor to arrange a way to verify their understanding of the missed assignment’s concepts.  

High-Stakes Assessments  

Every course has one or more high-stakes assessments, such as exams or research papers. These assessments are weighted more heavily (worth more of the overall course grade) than lower-stakes assessments because these are higher-level demonstrations of students’ proficiency in the course outcomes. Failure to successfully complete high-stakes assessments generally leads to failure of the entire course. 

What kind of flexibility is appropriate then for key, high-stakes course assessments? 

1. Not flexible: Deadlines do not change, under any circumstances  

If a student misses a deadline, they receive zero points on that assessment. 

This is the most common approach to deadlines for high-stakes assessments. It is rare for a college instructor to permit students to make up a missed midterm or final exam because students making up an exam would receive the unfair advantage of more time to prepare for the exam. Also, many final exams are scheduled for the very end of term, when there is no time remaining for make-up testing before instructors must report course grades to the college. 

2. Somewhat flexible: Deadlines are extended, at a penalty 

If a student misses a deadline, they can submit the assessment late, but their score will be penalized a specified amount (e.g. one letter grade per day). 

This approach is more common for midterm assessments, or for courses with single high-stakes assessments, such as a research paper that students work on throughout the term. If students who miss the deadline for a high-stakes assessment can still submit their work, but their score is heavily penalized, the course grades will accurately reflect the students’ term-long proficiency in the course outcomes. For example, a student who earned “A” scores all term but submitted their final paper one day late could still finish the course with a “B” grade. 

Remember, flexibility around assignments should be geared towards what makes sense in your course and for your students. While there are a lot of possible variations in regards to policy, the most critical element is to be clear and upfront with your students early in the term. This will help avoid confusion and complaints – and help you keep your sanity at the end of the term when students come looking for extra chances to make up missed work! 

Attending a conference?

Checkout if mcgraw hill will be in attendance:.

How to Deal With Stress During Exam and Assignment Time

Whether you’ve got five assignments due on the same day or what seems like infinite back-to-back exams, every student feels the pressure at some point.

And if you don’t, you must be superhuman and can disregard this article.

Now, just to clear things up, I’m not about to give you a bunch of tips on how to study or how to get the best grade, because frankly, it would probably be poor advice.

However, I feel that I can share some ideas on how to keep cool while pushing through these stressful periods. It’s easy to lose sight of anything outside of the educational world when the clock is ticking and the deadline’s approaching. Hopefully, just being aware of these games the mind can play may help you cope. Hopefully.

1. Remember what you’re fighting for.

I’ve always found that knowing what I’m working towards helps me cope while counting down the days. It’s important to have a reward in mind that can be enjoyed after pushing through the hard times. For some people, it could be finally being able to catch up on that movie everyone is talking about. For others, it’s an overseas trip. Some may even take comfort in the simple fact that in two weeks, when all exams have been sat, they can sit on the couch and do absolutely nothing for a month. Whatever it is, keep it in mind, especially when the pressure reaches its maximum.

2. Take a breath.

Let what you’ve just studied sink in, or let your ideas percolate. Taking breaks allows your mind to rest and to not be in a constant state of action. Breaks don’t need to even be long. Just a few minutes of separating yourself from your studies can make all the difference.

3. Recharge the ol’ batteries.

Sacrificing sleep for study is incredibly tempting sometimes. Perhaps it feels like that extra hour of revision will make all the difference. However, sleep is essential! Really, what good is cramming so much information into your brain if you’re not alert enough to use it?

4. Know the task at hand.

Creating a checklist is a great way to stay motivated. For starters, breaking down large study loads or assignments into smaller tasks can help to make them feel more manageable. Not only that, but the satisfaction gained from checking off each task is unparalleled.

5. Make like a gymnast and be flexible.

As helpful as checklists or schedules can be, they also have the potential to be a hindrance. In my experience, rigidity is directly proportional to stress levels. Don’t be afraid to alter a plan as you go. The fact is, if you force yourself to stick to a plan that simply isn’t doable, your anxiety is sure to skyrocket. It is certainly a good idea to have a plan, as long as it remains adaptable.

6. You are not alone.

The most powerful tool anyone has when dealing with these stressful situations is the support of family and friends. Let people around you know when exams are coming up or that your next big assignment deadline is not far away. Tell them to expect you to be more on edge than usual. And when the stress really hits, lean on your support network. Just telling one person how you’re feeling can sometimes be all you need. Sometimes not, but that’s where the previously-mentioned tips come into play…

If you or anyone you know needs help, support is available now. Call Lifeline on 131 114 or Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800.

Visit  ReachOut  to get support to help you with everything from everyday issues through to tough times.

Ref: 938017be-e979-4750-af9c-a8fc004e8316

You may also like

Achieve Ultimate Zen With Our Students' Original Exam Haikus

End-of-Year Exams Have Arrived: Are You Even Ready?

How to Handle Exam Anxiety: Six Steps to Help You Identify and Overcome Study Stresses

Most popular.

New to Aus? Here's Some Tips on How to Set Up Your New Life

HOYTS - $12.50 HOYTS GA ticket (Mon-Thurs)

Win a share of $1,000 worth of gift cards

Comments & feedback.

Share your opinion

Emoji cheat sheet    Formatting    Comment guide line s

Think about how happy you’ll be when u get great grades :)

Hey there! Join the Student Edge fam to:

• Gain access to exclusive deals
• Win epic prizes & paid surveys
• Get helpful study tips and tricks

• Student Data Platform
• - Data Warehousing
• - Data Integrations
• - Data Dashboards
• MTSS / RTI Logs
• Strategic Decision-Making
• Progress Monitoring
• Family Engagement
• Public Dashboards
• Advisory Services
• Interactive Demo
• Why Schoolytics
• Resource Hub

4 strategies to get those missing assignments turned in

Published: May 13, 2022

As we get closer and closer to the end of the school year, it happens as reliably as the changing of the seasons—students notice the late, missing, or forgotten assignments that might have a real impact on their grade.

Sound familiar?

Most teachers spend too much valuable time toward the end of the school year reminding students about their missing assignments. This process doesn’t have to be time-consuming or painful though.

Here are 3 simple and repeatable tips to help classroom teachers encourage students to—finally—submit those late, missing, or forgotten assignments.

1. Help students manage their own assignment completion

There’s no better way to promote accountability than to help students to keep track of and manage their own assignments list. LMS tools like Schoology or Google Classroom make the process easier than ever before.

With clear assignment instructions and due dates, every student can log into their LMS and see a clean list of which assignments have been turned in, and which are still outstanding—even if they miss a class!

2. Get parents, families, and caregivers on board to help keep students on track

One of the best ways to keep students from getting too far behind is to recruit the champions they have outside school. When parents and guardians are kept in the loop about the assignments that are upcoming—along with expectations and due dates—they can help students avoid missing assignments well before the due date.

Keeping parents and guardians aware when assignments become late or get entered as missing increases the likelihood that assignment will get completed too. The Parent/Guardian Portal in Schoolytics gives parents and guardians easy access to student assignments in each of their classes. There are even reminders you can automate when an assignment is late or counted missing.

3. Send automated reminders when assignments are past due

You know what they say about an ounce of prevention…

Setting up a Schoolytics account and syncing it with your Google Classroom ( remember: it’s free to sign up! ) lets teachers set up an automated report of late or missing assignments. You never have to click into each Classroom for assignment details!

You can even set up automatic reports for late or missing assignments—Friday late work roundup anyone? And now you can send a bulk reminder to every student with a link to their missing work.

4. Try a new communication method

Each generation of students is more online than the last, and Gen Z is spending most of its time on video-forward platforms like YouTube and TikTok. As teachers, we can either fight this reality or lean into it in our communication with students.

The good news is that the rise of online video has coincided with the advent of easy-to-use video creation tools, making it easier than ever to create engaging videos for free. Tools like Veed are great for trimming videos and testing your webcam to ensure you get the perfect take to keep students engaged and on top of their assignments.

In conclusion...

These interventions make it quick and simple to keep students on track for assignment completion. And they reduce the headache for teachers to have to manage chasing down late or missing assignments.

Have any other tips for helping keep late and missing assignments under control? Let us know on Twitter at @Schoolytics

Related Articles

What is Schoolytics Teacher Pro?

A Better Way to Handle Missing Assignments

How to Track Critical Thinking