1. In the Assessment section of the Control Panel, click Gradebook.
2. Click the Add Item button.
3. Enter a name for the item in the Item Name box.
4. Select a type of item in the Category box.
5. Enter a description for the item in the Description box.
6. Select a Date for the item.
7. Enter the maximum point value for the item in the Points Possible box.
8. Select a grading option in the Display As box.
9. Optional: Select item options.
10. Click the Submit button and click the OK button.

Note: Click the Gradebook Settings button to change you Gradebook display settings.