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Understanding Assignments

What this handout is about.

The first step in any successful college writing venture is reading the assignment. While this sounds like a simple task, it can be a tough one. This handout will help you unravel your assignment and begin to craft an effective response. Much of the following advice will involve translating typical assignment terms and practices into meaningful clues to the type of writing your instructor expects. See our short video for more tips.

Basic beginnings

Regardless of the assignment, department, or instructor, adopting these two habits will serve you well :

• Read the assignment carefully as soon as you receive it. Do not put this task off—reading the assignment at the beginning will save you time, stress, and problems later. An assignment can look pretty straightforward at first, particularly if the instructor has provided lots of information. That does not mean it will not take time and effort to complete; you may even have to learn a new skill to complete the assignment.
• Ask the instructor about anything you do not understand. Do not hesitate to approach your instructor. Instructors would prefer to set you straight before you hand the paper in. That’s also when you will find their feedback most useful.

Assignment formats

Many assignments follow a basic format. Assignments often begin with an overview of the topic, include a central verb or verbs that describe the task, and offer some additional suggestions, questions, or prompts to get you started.

An Overview of Some Kind

The instructor might set the stage with some general discussion of the subject of the assignment, introduce the topic, or remind you of something pertinent that you have discussed in class. For example:

“Throughout history, gerbils have played a key role in politics,” or “In the last few weeks of class, we have focused on the evening wear of the housefly …”

The Task of the Assignment

Pay attention; this part tells you what to do when you write the paper. Look for the key verb or verbs in the sentence. Words like analyze, summarize, or compare direct you to think about your topic in a certain way. Also pay attention to words such as how, what, when, where, and why; these words guide your attention toward specific information. (See the section in this handout titled “Key Terms” for more information.)

“Analyze the effect that gerbils had on the Russian Revolution”, or “Suggest an interpretation of housefly undergarments that differs from Darwin’s.”

Additional Material to Think about

Here you will find some questions to use as springboards as you begin to think about the topic. Instructors usually include these questions as suggestions rather than requirements. Do not feel compelled to answer every question unless the instructor asks you to do so. Pay attention to the order of the questions. Sometimes they suggest the thinking process your instructor imagines you will need to follow to begin thinking about the topic.

“You may wish to consider the differing views held by Communist gerbils vs. Monarchist gerbils, or Can there be such a thing as ‘the housefly garment industry’ or is it just a home-based craft?”

These are the instructor’s comments about writing expectations:

“Be concise”, “Write effectively”, or “Argue furiously.”

Technical Details

These instructions usually indicate format rules or guidelines.

“Your paper must be typed in Palatino font on gray paper and must not exceed 600 pages. It is due on the anniversary of Mao Tse-tung’s death.”

The assignment’s parts may not appear in exactly this order, and each part may be very long or really short. Nonetheless, being aware of this standard pattern can help you understand what your instructor wants you to do.

Interpreting the assignment

Ask yourself a few basic questions as you read and jot down the answers on the assignment sheet:

Why did your instructor ask you to do this particular task?

Who is your audience.

• What kind of evidence do you need to support your ideas?

What kind of writing style is acceptable?

• What are the absolute rules of the paper?

Try to look at the question from the point of view of the instructor. Recognize that your instructor has a reason for giving you this assignment and for giving it to you at a particular point in the semester. In every assignment, the instructor has a challenge for you. This challenge could be anything from demonstrating an ability to think clearly to demonstrating an ability to use the library. See the assignment not as a vague suggestion of what to do but as an opportunity to show that you can handle the course material as directed. Paper assignments give you more than a topic to discuss—they ask you to do something with the topic. Keep reminding yourself of that. Be careful to avoid the other extreme as well: do not read more into the assignment than what is there.

Of course, your instructor has given you an assignment so that they will be able to assess your understanding of the course material and give you an appropriate grade. But there is more to it than that. Your instructor has tried to design a learning experience of some kind. Your instructor wants you to think about something in a particular way for a particular reason. If you read the course description at the beginning of your syllabus, review the assigned readings, and consider the assignment itself, you may begin to see the plan, purpose, or approach to the subject matter that your instructor has created for you. If you still aren’t sure of the assignment’s goals, try asking the instructor. For help with this, see our handout on getting feedback .

Given your instructor’s efforts, it helps to answer the question: What is my purpose in completing this assignment? Is it to gather research from a variety of outside sources and present a coherent picture? Is it to take material I have been learning in class and apply it to a new situation? Is it to prove a point one way or another? Key words from the assignment can help you figure this out. Look for key terms in the form of active verbs that tell you what to do.

Key Terms: Finding Those Active Verbs

Here are some common key words and definitions to help you think about assignment terms:

Information words Ask you to demonstrate what you know about the subject, such as who, what, when, where, how, and why.

• define —give the subject’s meaning (according to someone or something). Sometimes you have to give more than one view on the subject’s meaning
• describe —provide details about the subject by answering question words (such as who, what, when, where, how, and why); you might also give details related to the five senses (what you see, hear, feel, taste, and smell)
• explain —give reasons why or examples of how something happened
• illustrate —give descriptive examples of the subject and show how each is connected with the subject
• summarize —briefly list the important ideas you learned about the subject
• trace —outline how something has changed or developed from an earlier time to its current form
• research —gather material from outside sources about the subject, often with the implication or requirement that you will analyze what you have found

Relation words Ask you to demonstrate how things are connected.

• compare —show how two or more things are similar (and, sometimes, different)
• contrast —show how two or more things are dissimilar
• apply—use details that you’ve been given to demonstrate how an idea, theory, or concept works in a particular situation
• cause —show how one event or series of events made something else happen
• relate —show or describe the connections between things

Interpretation words Ask you to defend ideas of your own about the subject. Do not see these words as requesting opinion alone (unless the assignment specifically says so), but as requiring opinion that is supported by concrete evidence. Remember examples, principles, definitions, or concepts from class or research and use them in your interpretation.

• assess —summarize your opinion of the subject and measure it against something
• prove, justify —give reasons or examples to demonstrate how or why something is the truth
• evaluate, respond —state your opinion of the subject as good, bad, or some combination of the two, with examples and reasons
• support —give reasons or evidence for something you believe (be sure to state clearly what it is that you believe)
• synthesize —put two or more things together that have not been put together in class or in your readings before; do not just summarize one and then the other and say that they are similar or different—you must provide a reason for putting them together that runs all the way through the paper
• analyze —determine how individual parts create or relate to the whole, figure out how something works, what it might mean, or why it is important
• argue —take a side and defend it with evidence against the other side

More Clues to Your Purpose As you read the assignment, think about what the teacher does in class:

• What kinds of textbooks or coursepack did your instructor choose for the course—ones that provide background information, explain theories or perspectives, or argue a point of view?
• In lecture, does your instructor ask your opinion, try to prove their point of view, or use keywords that show up again in the assignment?
• What kinds of assignments are typical in this discipline? Social science classes often expect more research. Humanities classes thrive on interpretation and analysis.
• How do the assignments, readings, and lectures work together in the course? Instructors spend time designing courses, sometimes even arguing with their peers about the most effective course materials. Figuring out the overall design to the course will help you understand what each assignment is meant to achieve.

Now, what about your reader? Most undergraduates think of their audience as the instructor. True, your instructor is a good person to keep in mind as you write. But for the purposes of a good paper, think of your audience as someone like your roommate: smart enough to understand a clear, logical argument, but not someone who already knows exactly what is going on in your particular paper. Remember, even if the instructor knows everything there is to know about your paper topic, they still have to read your paper and assess your understanding. In other words, teach the material to your reader.

Aiming a paper at your audience happens in two ways: you make decisions about the tone and the level of information you want to convey.

• Tone means the “voice” of your paper. Should you be chatty, formal, or objective? Usually you will find some happy medium—you do not want to alienate your reader by sounding condescending or superior, but you do not want to, um, like, totally wig on the man, you know? Eschew ostentatious erudition: some students think the way to sound academic is to use big words. Be careful—you can sound ridiculous, especially if you use the wrong big words.
• The level of information you use depends on who you think your audience is. If you imagine your audience as your instructor and they already know everything you have to say, you may find yourself leaving out key information that can cause your argument to be unconvincing and illogical. But you do not have to explain every single word or issue. If you are telling your roommate what happened on your favorite science fiction TV show last night, you do not say, “First a dark-haired white man of average height, wearing a suit and carrying a flashlight, walked into the room. Then a purple alien with fifteen arms and at least three eyes turned around. Then the man smiled slightly. In the background, you could hear a clock ticking. The room was fairly dark and had at least two windows that I saw.” You also do not say, “This guy found some aliens. The end.” Find some balance of useful details that support your main point.

You’ll find a much more detailed discussion of these concepts in our handout on audience .

The Grim Truth

With a few exceptions (including some lab and ethnography reports), you are probably being asked to make an argument. You must convince your audience. It is easy to forget this aim when you are researching and writing; as you become involved in your subject matter, you may become enmeshed in the details and focus on learning or simply telling the information you have found. You need to do more than just repeat what you have read. Your writing should have a point, and you should be able to say it in a sentence. Sometimes instructors call this sentence a “thesis” or a “claim.”

So, if your instructor tells you to write about some aspect of oral hygiene, you do not want to just list: “First, you brush your teeth with a soft brush and some peanut butter. Then, you floss with unwaxed, bologna-flavored string. Finally, gargle with bourbon.” Instead, you could say, “Of all the oral cleaning methods, sandblasting removes the most plaque. Therefore it should be recommended by the American Dental Association.” Or, “From an aesthetic perspective, moldy teeth can be quite charming. However, their joys are short-lived.”

Convincing the reader of your argument is the goal of academic writing. It doesn’t have to say “argument” anywhere in the assignment for you to need one. Look at the assignment and think about what kind of argument you could make about it instead of just seeing it as a checklist of information you have to present. For help with understanding the role of argument in academic writing, see our handout on argument .

What kind of evidence do you need?

There are many kinds of evidence, and what type of evidence will work for your assignment can depend on several factors–the discipline, the parameters of the assignment, and your instructor’s preference. Should you use statistics? Historical examples? Do you need to conduct your own experiment? Can you rely on personal experience? See our handout on evidence for suggestions on how to use evidence appropriately.

Make sure you are clear about this part of the assignment, because your use of evidence will be crucial in writing a successful paper. You are not just learning how to argue; you are learning how to argue with specific types of materials and ideas. Ask your instructor what counts as acceptable evidence. You can also ask a librarian for help. No matter what kind of evidence you use, be sure to cite it correctly—see the UNC Libraries citation tutorial .

You cannot always tell from the assignment just what sort of writing style your instructor expects. The instructor may be really laid back in class but still expect you to sound formal in writing. Or the instructor may be fairly formal in class and ask you to write a reflection paper where you need to use “I” and speak from your own experience.

Try to avoid false associations of a particular field with a style (“art historians like wacky creativity,” or “political scientists are boring and just give facts”) and look instead to the types of readings you have been given in class. No one expects you to write like Plato—just use the readings as a guide for what is standard or preferable to your instructor. When in doubt, ask your instructor about the level of formality they expect.

No matter what field you are writing for or what facts you are including, if you do not write so that your reader can understand your main idea, you have wasted your time. So make clarity your main goal. For specific help with style, see our handout on style .

Technical details about the assignment

The technical information you are given in an assignment always seems like the easy part. This section can actually give you lots of little hints about approaching the task. Find out if elements such as page length and citation format (see the UNC Libraries citation tutorial ) are negotiable. Some professors do not have strong preferences as long as you are consistent and fully answer the assignment. Some professors are very specific and will deduct big points for deviations.

Usually, the page length tells you something important: The instructor thinks the size of the paper is appropriate to the assignment’s parameters. In plain English, your instructor is telling you how many pages it should take for you to answer the question as fully as you are expected to. So if an assignment is two pages long, you cannot pad your paper with examples or reword your main idea several times. Hit your one point early, defend it with the clearest example, and finish quickly. If an assignment is ten pages long, you can be more complex in your main points and examples—and if you can only produce five pages for that assignment, you need to see someone for help—as soon as possible.

Tricks that don’t work

Your instructors are not fooled when you:

• spend more time on the cover page than the essay —graphics, cool binders, and cute titles are no replacement for a well-written paper.
• use huge fonts, wide margins, or extra spacing to pad the page length —these tricks are immediately obvious to the eye. Most instructors use the same word processor you do. They know what’s possible. Such tactics are especially damning when the instructor has a stack of 60 papers to grade and yours is the only one that low-flying airplane pilots could read.
• use a paper from another class that covered “sort of similar” material . Again, the instructor has a particular task for you to fulfill in the assignment that usually relates to course material and lectures. Your other paper may not cover this material, and turning in the same paper for more than one course may constitute an Honor Code violation . Ask the instructor—it can’t hurt.
• get all wacky and “creative” before you answer the question . Showing that you are able to think beyond the boundaries of a simple assignment can be good, but you must do what the assignment calls for first. Again, check with your instructor. A humorous tone can be refreshing for someone grading a stack of papers, but it will not get you a good grade if you have not fulfilled the task.

Critical reading of assignments leads to skills in other types of reading and writing. If you get good at figuring out what the real goals of assignments are, you are going to be better at understanding the goals of all of your classes and fields of study.

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Assignment of Contract

Jump to section, what is an assignment of contract.

An assignment of contract is a legal term that describes the process that occurs when the original party (assignor) transfers their rights and obligations under their contract to a third party (assignee). When an assignment of contract happens, the original party is relieved of their contractual duties, and their role is replaced by the approved incoming party.

How Does Assignment of Contract Work?

An assignment of contract is simpler than you might think.

The process starts with an existing contract party who wishes to transfer their contractual obligations to a new party.

When this occurs, the existing contract party must first confirm that an assignment of contract is permissible under the legally binding agreement . Some contracts prohibit assignments of contract altogether, and some require the other parties of the agreement to agree to the transfer. However, the general rule is that contracts are freely assignable unless there is an explicit provision that says otherwise.

In other cases, some contracts allow an assignment of contract without any formal notification to other contract parties. If this is the case, once the existing contract party decides to reassign his duties, he must create a “Letter of Assignment ” to notify any other contract signers of the change.

The Letter of Assignment must include details about who is to take over the contractual obligations of the exiting party and when the transfer will take place. If the assignment is valid, the assignor is not required to obtain the consent or signature of the other parties to the original contract for the valid assignment to take place.

Check out this article to learn more about how assigning a contract works.

Contract Assignment Examples

Contract assignments are great tools for contract parties to use when they wish to transfer their commitments to a third party. Here are some examples of contract assignments to help you better understand them:

Anna signs a contract with a local trash company that entitles her to have her trash picked up twice a week. A year later, the trash company transferred her contract to a new trash service provider. This contract assignment effectively makes Anna’s contract now with the new service provider.

Hasina enters a contract with a national phone company for cell phone service. The company goes into bankruptcy and needs to close its doors but decides to transfer all current contracts to another provider who agrees to honor the same rates and level of service. The contract assignment is completed, and Hasina now has a contract with the new phone company as a result.

Here is an article where you can find out more about contract assignments.

Assignment of Contract in Real Estate

Assignment of contract is also used in real estate to make money without going the well-known routes of buying and flipping houses. When real estate LLC investors use an assignment of contract, they can make money off properties without ever actually buying them by instead opting to transfer real estate contracts .

This process is called real estate wholesaling.

Real Estate Wholesaling

Real estate wholesaling consists of locating deals on houses that you don’t plan to buy but instead plan to enter a contract to reassign the house to another buyer and pocket the profit.

The process is simple: real estate wholesalers negotiate purchase contracts with sellers. Then, they present these contracts to buyers who pay them an assignment fee for transferring the contract.

This process works because a real estate purchase agreement does not come with the obligation to buy a property. Instead, it sets forth certain purchasing parameters that must be fulfilled by the buyer of the property. In a nutshell, whoever signs the purchase contract has the right to buy the property, but those rights can usually be transferred by means of an assignment of contract.

This means that as long as the buyer who’s involved in the assignment of contract agrees with the purchasing terms, they can legally take over the contract.

But how do real estate wholesalers find these properties?

It is easier than you might think. Here are a few examples of ways that wholesalers find cheap houses to turn a profit on:

• Direct mailers
• Place newspaper ads
• Make posts in online forums
• Social media posts

The key to finding the perfect home for an assignment of contract is to locate sellers that are looking to get rid of their properties quickly. This might be a family who is looking to relocate for a job opportunity or someone who needs to make repairs on a home but can’t afford it. Either way, the quicker the wholesaler can close the deal, the better.

Once a property is located, wholesalers immediately go to work getting the details ironed out about how the sale will work. Transparency is key when it comes to wholesaling. This means that when a wholesaler intends to use an assignment of contract to transfer the rights to another person, they are always upfront about during the preliminary phases of the sale.

In addition to this practice just being good business, it makes sure the process goes as smoothly as possible later down the line. Wholesalers are clear in their intent and make sure buyers know that the contract could be transferred to another buyer before the closing date arrives.

After their offer is accepted and warranties are determined, wholesalers move to complete a title search . Title searches ensure that sellers have the right to enter into a purchase agreement on the property. They do this by searching for any outstanding tax payments, liens , or other roadblocks that could prevent the sale from going through.

Wholesalers also often work with experienced real estate lawyers who ensure that all of the legal paperwork is forthcoming and will stand up in court. Lawyers can also assist in the contract negotiation process if needed but often don’t come in until the final stages.

If the title search comes back clear and the real estate lawyer gives the green light, the wholesaler will immediately move to locate an entity to transfer the rights to buy.

One of the most attractive advantages of real estate wholesaling is that very little money is needed to get started. The process of finding a seller, negotiating a price, and performing a title search is an extremely cheap process that almost anyone can do.

On the other hand, it is not always a positive experience. It can be hard for wholesalers to find sellers who will agree to sell their homes for less than the market value. Even when they do, there is always a chance that the transferred buyer will back out of the sale, which leaves wholesalers obligated to either purchase the property themselves or scramble to find a new person to complete an assignment of contract with.

Learn more about assignment of contract in real estate by checking out this article .

Who Handles Assignment of Contract?

The best person to handle an assignment of contract is an attorney. Since these are detailed legal documents that deal with thousands of dollars, it is never a bad idea to have a professional on your side. If you need help with an assignment of contract or signing a business contract , post a project on ContractsCounsel. There, you can connect with attorneys who know everything there is to know about assignment of contract amendment and can walk you through the whole process.

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The Research and Writing Process: A Step-by-Step Guide: Understand the Assignment

• Understand the Assignment
• Select a Topic
• Write Your Thesis
• Finding Keywords
• Search Strategies
• Locating Sources
• Evaluate Those Sources
• Draft an Outline of Your Paper
• Begin Writing
• Proofread Your Paper
• Cite Your Sources
• Paraphrasing

The first step in any successful college writing venture is understanding the assignment. While this sounds like a simple task, it can be a tough one. This guide will help you unravel your assignment and begin to craft an effective response. Much of the following advice will involve translating typical assignment terms and practices into meaningful clues to the type of writing your instructor expects. 

Before selecting a topic or starting your research, make sure you understand your assignment and its requirements. Consider the following:

• Have you been assigned a topic or can you pick your own?
• How many pages/words do you need to write? How long is your presentation?
• Do you need to include specific types of sources? (e.g. scholarly journal, book, etc.)
• When is the assignment due? How much time do you have to research?
• Is currency of information important?

When in doubt, consult with your instructor.

Understanding Your Assignment

Ask yourself a few basic questions as you read and jot down the answers on the assignment sheet. Click each question for more detail. 

Why did your instructor ask you to do this particular task?

As you read the assignment, think about what the teacher does in class.

• What kinds of textbooks or coursepack did your instructor choose for the course—ones that provide background information, explain theories or perspectives, or argue a point of view?
• In lecture, does your instructor ask your opinion, try to prove her point of view, or use keywords that show up again in the assignment?
• What kinds of assignments are typical in this discipline? Social science classes often expect more research. Humanities classes thrive on interpretation and analysis.
• How do the assignments, readings, and lectures work together in the course? Instructors spend time designing courses, sometimes even arguing with their peers about the most effective course materials. Figuring out the overall design to the course will help you understand what each assignment is meant to achieve.

Who is your audience?

The level of information you use depends on who you think your audience is. If you imagine your audience as your instructor and she already knows everything you have to say, you may find yourself leaving out key information that can cause your argument to be unconvincing and illogical. But you do not have to explain every single word or issue. If you are telling your roommate what happened on your favorite science fiction TV show last night, you do not say, “First a dark-haired white man of average height, wearing a suit and carrying a flashlight, walked into the room. Then a purple alien alien with fifteen arms and at least three eyes turned around. Then the man smiled slightly. In the background, you could hear a clock ticking. The room was fairly dark and had at least two windows that I saw.” You also do not say, “This guy found some aliens. The end.” Find some balance of useful details that support your main point. The grim truth With a few exceptions (including some lab and ethnography reports), you are probably being asked to make an argument. You must convince your audience. It is easy to forget this aim when you are researching and writing; as you become involved in your subject matter, you may become enmeshed in the details and focus on learning or simply telling the information you have found. You need to do more than just repeat what you have read. Your writing should have a point, and you should be able to say it in a sentence. Sometimes instructors call this sentence a “thesis” or a “claim.” So, if your instructor tells you to write about some aspect of oral hygiene, you do not want to just list: “First, you brush your teeth with a soft brush and some peanut butter. Then, you floss with unwaxed, bologna-flavored string. Finally, gargle with bourbon.” Instead, you could say, “Of all the oral cleaning methods, sandblasting removes the most plaque. Therefore it should be recommended by the American Dental Association.” Or, “From an aesthetic perspective, moldy teeth can be quite charming. However, their joys are short-lived.” Convincing the reader of your argument is the goal of academic writing. It doesn’t have to say “argument” anywhere in the assignment for you to need one. Look at the assignment and think about what kind of argument you could make about it instead of just seeing it as a checklist of information you have to present. For help with understanding the role of argument in academic writing, see our handout on argument.

What kind of evidence do you need to support your ideas?

• Einstein proof—a famous (or not so famous) smart person agrees with you or says something you can use to back up your point. This kind of evidence can come from course materials or outside research. Be sure to cite these scholars as sources (see the UNC Libraries citation tutorial).
• Case proof—a case in which your point works or the other person’s point does not work to demonstrate your idea. These may come from your experience, hypothetical situations, or from outside sources.
• Fact proof—statistics, “objective” information. You will need lots of documentation here and probably several trips to the library.
• For example proof—examples from the subject or text you are studying to back up your focused point. For example (!), you might quote several of Hamlet’s lines to try to establish that he is depressed.

Professors will usually tell you what kind of proof they want. If the assignment tells you to “do research,” head quickly to the library. Make sure you are clear about this part of the assignment, because your use of evidence will be crucial in writing a successful paper. You are not just learning how to argue; you are learning how to argue with specific types of materials and ideas.

What kind of writing style is acceptable?

What are the absolute rules of the paper.

• Spend more time on the cover page than the essay—graphics, cool binders, and cute titles are no replacement for a well-written paper, use huge fonts, wide margins, or extra spacing to pad the page length—these tricks are immediately obvious to the eye. Most instructors use the same word processor you do. They know what’s possible. Such tactics are especially damning when the instructor has a stack of 60 papers to grade and yours is the only one that low-flying airplane pilots could read.
• Use a paper from another class that covered “sort of similar” material. Again, the instructor has a particular task for you to fulfill in the assignment that usually relates to course material and lectures. Your other paper may not cover this material. Ask the instructor—it can’t hurt.
• Get all wacky and “creative” before you answer the question. Showing that you are able to think beyond the boundaries of a simple assignment can be good, but you must do what the assignment calls for first. Again, check with your instructor. A humorous tone can be refreshing for someone grading a stack of papers, but it will not get you a good grade if you have not fulfilled the task.

Critical reading of assignments leads to skills in other types of reading and writing. If you get good at figuring out what the real goals of assignments are, you are going to be better at understanding the goals of all of your classes and fields of study.

Try to look at the question from the point of view of the instructor. Recognize that your instructor has a reason for giving you this assignment and for giving it to you at a particular point in the semester. In every assignment, the instructor has a challenge for you. This challenge could be anything from demonstrating an ability to think clearly to demonstrating an ability to use the library. See the assignment not as a vague suggestion of what to do but as an opportunity to show that you can handle the course material as directed. Paper assignments give you more than a topic to discuss—they ask you to do something with the topic. Keep reminding yourself of that. Be careful to avoid the other extreme as well: do not read more into the assignment than what is there.

Assignment formats

Two good habits.

1.   Read the assignment carefully as soon as you receive it.  Do not put this task off—reading the assignment at the beginning will save you time, stress, and problems later. An assignment can look pretty straightforward at first, particularly if the instructor has provided lots of information. That does not mean it will not take time and effort to complete; you may even have to learn a new skill to complete the assignment.

2.   Ask the instructor about anything you do not understand.  Do not hesitate to approach your instructor. Instructors would prefer to set you straight before you hand the paper in. That’s also when you will find their feedback most useful.

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Assignments: The Basic Law

The assignment of a right or obligation is a common contractual event under the law and the right to assign (or prohibition against assignments) is found in the majority of agreements, leases and business structural documents created in the United States.

As with many terms commonly used, people are familiar with the term but often are not aware or fully aware of what the terms entail. The concept of assignment of rights and obligations is one of those simple concepts with wide ranging ramifications in the contractual and business context and the law imposes severe restrictions on the validity and effect of assignment in many instances. Clear contractual provisions concerning assignments and rights should be in every document and structure created and this article will outline why such drafting is essential for the creation of appropriate and effective contracts and structures.

The reader should first read the article on Limited Liability Entities in the United States and Contracts since the information in those articles will be assumed in this article.

Basic Definitions and Concepts:

An assignment is the transfer of rights held by one party called the “assignor” to another party called the “assignee.” The legal nature of the assignment and the contractual terms of the agreement between the parties determines some additional rights and liabilities that accompany the assignment. The assignment of rights under a contract usually completely transfers the rights to the assignee to receive the benefits accruing under the contract. Ordinarily, the term assignment is limited to the transfer of rights that are intangible, like contractual rights and rights connected with property. Merchants Service Co. v. Small Claims Court , 35 Cal. 2d 109, 113-114 (Cal. 1950).

An assignment will generally be permitted under the law unless there is an express prohibition against assignment in the underlying contract or lease. Where assignments are permitted, the assignor need not consult the other party to the contract but may merely assign the rights at that time. However, an assignment cannot have any adverse effect on the duties of the other party to the contract, nor can it diminish the chance of the other party receiving complete performance. The assignor normally remains liable unless there is an agreement to the contrary by the other party to the contract.

The effect of a valid assignment is to remove privity between the assignor and the obligor and create privity between the obligor and the assignee. Privity is usually defined as a direct and immediate contractual relationship. See Merchants case above.

Further, for the assignment to be effective in most jurisdictions, it must occur in the present. One does not normally assign a future right; the assignment vests immediate rights and obligations.

No specific language is required to create an assignment so long as the assignor makes clear his/her intent to assign identified contractual rights to the assignee. Since expensive litigation can erupt from ambiguous or vague language, obtaining the correct verbiage is vital. An agreement must manifest the intent to transfer rights and can either be oral or in writing and the rights assigned must be certain.

Note that an assignment of an interest is the transfer of some identifiable property, claim, or right from the assignor to the assignee. The assignment operates to transfer to the assignee all of the rights, title, or interest of the assignor in the thing assigned. A transfer of all rights, title, and interests conveys everything that the assignor owned in the thing assigned and the assignee stands in the shoes of the assignor. Knott v. McDonald’s Corp ., 985 F. Supp. 1222 (N.D. Cal. 1997)

The parties must intend to effectuate an assignment at the time of the transfer, although no particular language or procedure is necessary. As long ago as the case of National Reserve Co. v. Metropolitan Trust Co ., 17 Cal. 2d 827 (Cal. 1941), the court held that in determining what rights or interests pass under an assignment, the intention of the parties as manifested in the instrument is controlling.

The intent of the parties to an assignment is a question of fact to be derived not only from the instrument executed by the parties but also from the surrounding circumstances. When there is no writing to evidence the intention to transfer some identifiable property, claim, or right, it is necessary to scrutinize the surrounding circumstances and parties’ acts to ascertain their intentions. Strosberg v. Brauvin Realty Servs., 295 Ill. App. 3d 17 (Ill. App. Ct. 1st Dist. 1998)

The general rule applicable to assignments of choses in action is that an assignment, unless there is a contract to the contrary, carries with it all securities held by the assignor as collateral to the claim and all rights incidental thereto and vests in the assignee the equitable title to such collateral securities and incidental rights. An unqualified assignment of a contract or chose in action, however, with no indication of the intent of the parties, vests in the assignee the assigned contract or chose and all rights and remedies incidental thereto.

More examples: In Strosberg v. Brauvin Realty Servs ., 295 Ill. App. 3d 17 (Ill. App. Ct. 1st Dist. 1998), the court held that the assignee of a party to a subordination agreement is entitled to the benefits and is subject to the burdens of the agreement. In Florida E. C. R. Co. v. Eno , 99 Fla. 887 (Fla. 1930), the court held that the mere assignment of all sums due in and of itself creates no different or other liability of the owner to the assignee than that which existed from the owner to the assignor.

And note that even though an assignment vests in the assignee all rights, remedies, and contingent benefits which are incidental to the thing assigned, those which are personal to the assignor and for his sole benefit are not assigned. Rasp v. Hidden Valley Lake, Inc ., 519 N.E.2d 153, 158 (Ind. Ct. App. 1988). Thus, if the underlying agreement provides that a service can only be provided to X, X cannot assign that right to Y.

Novation Compared to Assignment:

Although the difference between a novation and an assignment may appear narrow, it is an essential one. “Novation is a act whereby one party transfers all its obligations and benefits under a contract to a third party.” In a novation, a third party successfully substitutes the original party as a party to the contract. “When a contract is novated, the other contracting party must be left in the same position he was in prior to the novation being made.”

A sublease is the transfer when a tenant retains some right of reentry onto the leased premises. However, if the tenant transfers the entire leasehold estate, retaining no right of reentry or other reversionary interest, then the transfer is an assignment. The assignor is normally also removed from liability to the landlord only if the landlord consents or allowed that right in the lease. In a sublease, the original tenant is not released from the obligations of the original lease.

Equitable Assignments:

An equitable assignment is one in which one has a future interest and is not valid at law but valid in a court of equity. In National Bank of Republic v. United Sec. Life Ins. & Trust Co. , 17 App. D.C. 112 (D.C. Cir. 1900), the court held that to constitute an equitable assignment of a chose in action, the following has to occur generally: anything said written or done, in pursuance of an agreement and for valuable consideration, or in consideration of an antecedent debt, to place a chose in action or fund out of the control of the owner, and appropriate it to or in favor of another person, amounts to an equitable assignment. Thus, an agreement, between a debtor and a creditor, that the debt shall be paid out of a specific fund going to the debtor may operate as an equitable assignment.

In Egyptian Navigation Co. v. Baker Invs. Corp. , 2008 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 30804 (S.D.N.Y. Apr. 14, 2008), the court stated that an equitable assignment occurs under English law when an assignor, with an intent to transfer his/her right to a chose in action, informs the assignee about the right so transferred.

An executory agreement or a declaration of trust are also equitable assignments if unenforceable as assignments by a court of law but enforceable by a court of equity exercising sound discretion according to the circumstances of the case. Since California combines courts of equity and courts of law, the same court would hear arguments as to whether an equitable assignment had occurred. Quite often, such relief is granted to avoid fraud or unjust enrichment.

Note that obtaining an assignment through fraudulent means invalidates the assignment. Fraud destroys the validity of everything into which it enters. It vitiates the most solemn contracts, documents, and even judgments. Walker v. Rich , 79 Cal. App. 139 (Cal. App. 1926). If an assignment is made with the fraudulent intent to delay, hinder, and defraud creditors, then it is void as fraudulent in fact. See our article on Transfers to Defraud Creditors .

But note that the motives that prompted an assignor to make the transfer will be considered as immaterial and will constitute no defense to an action by the assignee, if an assignment is considered as valid in all other respects.

Enforceability of Assignments:

Whether a right under a contract is capable of being transferred is determined by the law of the place where the contract was entered into. The validity and effect of an assignment is determined by the law of the place of assignment. The validity of an assignment of a contractual right is governed by the law of the state with the most significant relationship to the assignment and the parties.

In some jurisdictions, the traditional conflict of laws rules governing assignments has been rejected and the law of the place having the most significant contacts with the assignment applies. In Downs v. American Mut. Liability Ins. Co ., 14 N.Y.2d 266 (N.Y. 1964), a wife and her husband separated and the wife obtained a judgment of separation from the husband in New York. The judgment required the husband to pay a certain yearly sum to the wife. The husband assigned 50 percent of his future salary, wages, and earnings to the wife. The agreement authorized the employer to make such payments to the wife.

After the husband moved from New York, the wife learned that he was employed by an employer in Massachusetts. She sent the proper notice and demanded payment under the agreement. The employer refused and the wife brought an action for enforcement. The court observed that Massachusetts did not prohibit assignment of the husband’s wages. Moreover, Massachusetts law was not controlling because New York had the most significant relationship with the assignment. Therefore, the court ruled in favor of the wife.

Therefore, the validity of an assignment is determined by looking to the law of the forum with the most significant relationship to the assignment itself. To determine the applicable law of assignments, the court must look to the law of the state which is most significantly related to the principal issue before it.

Assignment of Contractual Rights:

Generally, the law allows the assignment of a contractual right unless the substitution of rights would materially change the duty of the obligor, materially increase the burden or risk imposed on the obligor by the contract, materially impair the chance of obtaining return performance, or materially reduce the value of the performance to the obligor. Restat 2d of Contracts, § 317(2)(a). This presumes that the underlying agreement is silent on the right to assign.

If the contract specifically precludes assignment, the contractual right is not assignable. Whether a contract is assignable is a matter of contractual intent and one must look to the language used by the parties to discern that intent.

In the absence of an express provision to the contrary, the rights and duties under a bilateral executory contract that does not involve personal skill, trust, or confidence may be assigned without the consent of the other party. But note that an assignment is invalid if it would materially alter the other party’s duties and responsibilities. Once an assignment is effective, the assignee stands in the shoes of the assignor and assumes all of assignor’s rights. Hence, after a valid assignment, the assignor’s right to performance is extinguished, transferred to assignee, and the assignee possesses the same rights, benefits, and remedies assignor once possessed. Robert Lamb Hart Planners & Architects v. Evergreen, Ltd. , 787 F. Supp. 753 (S.D. Ohio 1992).

On the other hand, an assignee’s right against the obligor is subject to “all of the limitations of the assignor’s right, all defenses thereto, and all set-offs and counterclaims which would have been available against the assignor had there been no assignment, provided that these defenses and set-offs are based on facts existing at the time of the assignment.” See Robert Lamb , case, above.

The power of the contract to restrict assignment is broad. Usually, contractual provisions that restrict assignment of the contract without the consent of the obligor are valid and enforceable, even when there is statutory authorization for the assignment. The restriction of the power to assign is often ineffective unless the restriction is expressly and precisely stated. Anti-assignment clauses are effective only if they contain clear, unambiguous language of prohibition. Anti-assignment clauses protect only the obligor and do not affect the transaction between the assignee and assignor.

Usually, a prohibition against the assignment of a contract does not prevent an assignment of the right to receive payments due, unless circumstances indicate the contrary. Moreover, the contracting parties cannot, by a mere non-assignment provision, prevent the effectual alienation of the right to money which becomes due under the contract.

A contract provision prohibiting or restricting an assignment may be waived, or a party may so act as to be estopped from objecting to the assignment, such as by effectively ratifying the assignment. The power to void an assignment made in violation of an anti-assignment clause may be waived either before or after the assignment. See our article on Contracts.

Noncompete Clauses and Assignments:

Of critical import to most buyers of businesses is the ability to ensure that key employees of the business being purchased cannot start a competing company. Some states strictly limit such clauses, some do allow them. California does restrict noncompete clauses, only allowing them under certain circumstances. A common question in those states that do allow them is whether such rights can be assigned to a new party, such as the buyer of the buyer.

A covenant not to compete, also called a non-competitive clause, is a formal agreement prohibiting one party from performing similar work or business within a designated area for a specified amount of time. This type of clause is generally included in contracts between employer and employee and contracts between buyer and seller of a business.

Many workers sign a covenant not to compete as part of the paperwork required for employment. It may be a separate document similar to a non-disclosure agreement, or buried within a number of other clauses in a contract. A covenant not to compete is generally legal and enforceable, although there are some exceptions and restrictions.

Whenever a company recruits skilled employees, it invests a significant amount of time and training. For example, it often takes years before a research chemist or a design engineer develops a workable knowledge of a company’s product line, including trade secrets and highly sensitive information. Once an employee gains this knowledge and experience, however, all sorts of things can happen. The employee could work for the company until retirement, accept a better offer from a competing company or start up his or her own business.

A covenant not to compete may cover a number of potential issues between employers and former employees. Many companies spend years developing a local base of customers or clients. It is important that this customer base not fall into the hands of local competitors. When an employee signs a covenant not to compete, he or she usually agrees not to use insider knowledge of the company’s customer base to disadvantage the company. The covenant not to compete often defines a broad geographical area considered off-limits to former employees, possibly tens or hundreds of miles.

Another area of concern covered by a covenant not to compete is a potential ‘brain drain’. Some high-level former employees may seek to recruit others from the same company to create new competition. Retention of employees, especially those with unique skills or proprietary knowledge, is vital for most companies, so a covenant not to compete may spell out definite restrictions on the hiring or recruiting of employees.

A covenant not to compete may also define a specific amount of time before a former employee can seek employment in a similar field. Many companies offer a substantial severance package to make sure former employees are financially solvent until the terms of the covenant not to compete have been met.

Because the use of a covenant not to compete can be controversial, a handful of states, including California, have largely banned this type of contractual language. The legal enforcement of these agreements falls on individual states, and many have sided with the employee during arbitration or litigation. A covenant not to compete must be reasonable and specific, with defined time periods and coverage areas. If the agreement gives the company too much power over former employees or is ambiguous, state courts may declare it to be overbroad and therefore unenforceable. In such case, the employee would be free to pursue any employment opportunity, including working for a direct competitor or starting up a new company of his or her own.

It has been held that an employee’s covenant not to compete is assignable where one business is transferred to another, that a merger does not constitute an assignment of a covenant not to compete, and that a covenant not to compete is enforceable by a successor to the employer where the assignment does not create an added burden of employment or other disadvantage to the employee. However, in some states such as Hawaii, it has also been held that a covenant not to compete is not assignable and under various statutes for various reasons that such covenants are not enforceable against an employee by a successor to the employer. Hawaii v. Gannett Pac. Corp. , 99 F. Supp. 2d 1241 (D. Haw. 1999)

It is vital to obtain the relevant law of the applicable state before drafting or attempting to enforce assignment rights in this particular area.

Conclusion:

In the current business world of fast changing structures, agreements, employees and projects, the ability to assign rights and obligations is essential to allow flexibility and adjustment to new situations. Conversely, the ability to hold a contracting party into the deal may be essential for the future of a party. Thus, the law of assignments and the restriction on same is a critical aspect of every agreement and every structure. This basic provision is often glanced at by the contracting parties, or scribbled into the deal at the last minute but can easily become the most vital part of the transaction.

As an example, one client of ours came into the office outraged that his co venturer on a sizable exporting agreement, who had excellent connections in Brazil, had elected to pursue another venture instead and assigned the agreement to a party unknown to our client and without the business contacts our client considered vital. When we examined the handwritten agreement our client had drafted in a restaurant in Sao Paolo, we discovered there was no restriction on assignment whatsoever…our client had not even considered that right when drafting the agreement after a full day of work.

One choses who one does business with carefully…to ensure that one’s choice remains the party on the other side of the contract, one must master the ability to negotiate proper assignment provisions.

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Assignment vs. Delegation

What's the difference.

Assignment and delegation are two different ways of distributing tasks and responsibilities within a group or organization. Assignment refers to the act of allocating specific tasks or projects to individuals or teams based on their skills, expertise, or availability. It involves providing clear instructions and expectations to the assigned person, who then becomes solely responsible for completing the task. On the other hand, delegation involves entrusting someone with the authority to make decisions and take actions on behalf of the delegator. It involves not only assigning tasks but also granting the necessary power and autonomy to the delegatee to accomplish the assigned tasks. While assignment focuses on task distribution, delegation emphasizes the transfer of authority and decision-making power.

Further Detail

Introduction.

When it comes to managing tasks and responsibilities, two common approaches are assignment and delegation. Both methods involve distributing work among individuals or teams, but they differ in terms of authority, control, and accountability. In this article, we will explore the attributes of assignment and delegation, highlighting their key differences and benefits.

Assignment refers to the act of allocating specific tasks or projects to individuals or teams. It involves providing clear instructions, setting deadlines, and defining the expected outcomes. Assignments are typically made by a person in a position of authority, such as a manager or supervisor, who has the power to distribute work among subordinates.

One of the key attributes of assignment is the level of control it offers to the assignor. By assigning tasks, the assignor retains a significant degree of authority over the process and outcome. They have the power to dictate how the work should be done, provide guidance, and make decisions along the way. This level of control can be beneficial in situations where strict adherence to guidelines or standards is crucial.

Another attribute of assignment is the clear accountability it establishes. When tasks are assigned, the assignee becomes responsible for completing them within the given timeframe and meeting the specified requirements. This accountability ensures that individuals are held responsible for their work and can be evaluated based on their performance.

Furthermore, assignment allows for a structured approach to task distribution. The assignor can carefully assess the skills, capabilities, and workload of each individual or team before making assignments. This enables a more efficient allocation of resources and ensures that tasks are assigned to the most suitable individuals or teams.

However, assignment also has its limitations. The assignor may become overwhelmed with the responsibility of distributing tasks and overseeing their progress. This can lead to micromanagement and a lack of autonomy for the assignees. Additionally, if the assignor is unavailable or lacks the necessary expertise, it may result in suboptimal task allocation.

Delegation, on the other hand, involves entrusting a task or responsibility to another person or team while retaining overall accountability. It is a process that empowers individuals or teams to make decisions, take ownership, and exercise their judgment in completing the delegated tasks.

One of the key attributes of delegation is the level of autonomy it provides to the delegatee. Unlike assignment, delegation allows individuals or teams to have more control over the process and decision-making. They are given the authority to determine how the task should be accomplished, which can foster creativity, innovation, and a sense of ownership.

Another attribute of delegation is the opportunity for skill development and growth. By delegating tasks, the delegator can empower individuals or teams to take on new challenges, learn new skills, and expand their capabilities. This not only benefits the delegatee but also helps in building a more versatile and resilient workforce.

Furthermore, delegation can enhance collaboration and teamwork. When tasks are delegated, it encourages individuals or teams to work together, share knowledge, and support each other in achieving the common goal. This collaborative approach can lead to improved communication, increased efficiency, and a stronger sense of camaraderie.

However, delegation also comes with its own set of challenges. The delegator needs to carefully select the right individuals or teams to delegate tasks to, considering their skills, experience, and availability. Inadequate delegation can result in tasks being mishandled or not completed to the desired standard. Additionally, the delegator needs to strike a balance between providing guidance and support while allowing the delegatee to exercise their autonomy.

Now that we have explored the attributes of assignment and delegation, let's compare them to understand their differences more clearly.

Authority and Control

Assignment provides a higher level of authority and control to the assignor. They have the power to dictate how the work should be done and make decisions along the way. In contrast, delegation empowers the delegatee with more autonomy and decision-making authority, allowing them to determine the best approach to completing the task.

Accountability

Both assignment and delegation establish accountability, but in different ways. In assignment, the assignee is directly responsible for completing the task within the given timeframe and meeting the specified requirements. In delegation, while the delegatee is responsible for the task's execution, the delegator retains overall accountability for the outcome.

Task Allocation

Assignment follows a structured approach to task distribution, where the assignor assesses the skills and workload of individuals or teams before making assignments. Delegation, on the other hand, requires the delegator to carefully select the right individuals or teams based on their skills, experience, and availability.

Level of Autonomy

Assignment limits the autonomy of the assignee, as they are expected to follow the instructions and guidelines provided by the assignor. In contrast, delegation grants a higher level of autonomy to the delegatee, allowing them to exercise their judgment, make decisions, and determine the best course of action.

Development and Growth

While assignment focuses on task completion, delegation provides an opportunity for skill development and growth. By delegating tasks, the delegator empowers individuals or teams to take on new challenges, learn new skills, and expand their capabilities.

Collaboration and Teamwork

Assignment primarily focuses on individual tasks, whereas delegation encourages collaboration and teamwork. Delegated tasks often require individuals or teams to work together, share knowledge, and support each other in achieving the common goal.

Assignment and delegation are two distinct approaches to task distribution, each with its own attributes and benefits. Assignment provides control, clear accountability, and a structured approach to task allocation. On the other hand, delegation empowers individuals or teams with autonomy, fosters skill development, and enhances collaboration. The choice between assignment and delegation depends on the nature of the task, the level of control desired, and the development opportunities sought. By understanding the attributes of assignment and delegation, managers and leaders can make informed decisions to optimize task distribution and achieve organizational goals.

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How to Decipher the Paper Assignment

Many instructors write their assignment prompts differently. By following a few steps, you can better understand the requirements for the assignment. The best way, as always, is to ask the instructor about anything confusing.

• Read the prompt the entire way through once. This gives you an overall view of what is going on.
• Underline or circle the portions that you absolutely must know. This information may include due date, research (source) requirements, page length, and format (MLA, APA, CMS).
• Underline or circle important phrases. You should know your instructor at least a little by now - what phrases do they use in class? Does he repeatedly say a specific word? If these are in the prompt, you know the instructor wants you to use them in the assignment.
• Think about how you will address the prompt. The prompt contains clues on how to write the assignment. Your instructor will often describe the ideas they want discussed either in questions, in bullet points, or in the text of the prompt. Think about each of these sentences and number them so that you can write a paragraph or section of your essay on that portion if necessary.
• Rank ideas in descending order, from most important to least important. Instructors may include more questions or talking points than you can cover in your assignment, so rank them in the order you think is more important. One area of the prompt may be more interesting to you than another.
• Ask your instructor questions if you have any.

After you are finished with these steps, ask yourself the following:

• What is the purpose of this assignment? Is my purpose to provide information without forming an argument, to construct an argument based on research, or analyze a poem and discuss its imagery?
• Who is my audience? Is my instructor my only audience? Who else might read this? Will it be posted online? What are my readers' needs and expectations?
• What resources do I need to begin work? Do I need to conduct literature (hermeneutic or historical) research, or do I need to review important literature on the topic and then conduct empirical research, such as a survey or an observation? How many sources are required?
• Who - beyond my instructor - can I contact to help me if I have questions? Do you have a writing lab or student service center that offers tutorials in writing?

(Notes on prompts made in blue )

Poster or Song Analysis: Poster or Song? Poster!

Goals : To systematically consider the rhetorical choices made in either a poster or a song. She says that all the time.

Things to Consider: ah- talking points

• how the poster addresses its audience and is affected by context I'll do this first - 1.
• general layout, use of color, contours of light and shade, etc.
• use of contrast, alignment, repetition, and proximity C.A.R.P. They say that, too. I'll do this third - 3.
• the point of view the viewer is invited to take, poses of figures in the poster, etc. any text that may be present
• possible cultural ramifications or social issues that have bearing I'll cover this second - 2.
• ethical implications
• how the poster affects us emotionally, or what mood it evokes
• the poster's implicit argument and its effectiveness said that was important in class, so I'll discuss this last - 4.
• how the song addresses its audience
• lyrics: how they rhyme, repeat, what they say
• use of music, tempo, different instruments
• possible cultural ramifications or social issues that have bearing
• emotional effects
• the implicit argument and its effectiveness

These thinking points are not a step-by-step guideline on how to write your paper; instead, they are various means through which you can approach the subject. I do expect to see at least a few of them addressed, and there are other aspects that may be pertinent to your choice that have not been included in these lists. You will want to find a central idea and base your argument around that. Additionally, you must include a copy of the poster or song that you are working with. Really important!

I will be your audience. This is a formal paper, and you should use academic conventions throughout.

Length: 4 pages Format: Typed, double-spaced, 10-12 point Times New Roman, 1 inch margins I need to remember the format stuff. I messed this up last time =(

Academic Argument Essay

5-7 pages, Times New Roman 12 pt. font, 1 inch margins.

Minimum of five cited sources: 3 must be from academic journals or books

• Design Plan due: Thurs. 10/19
• Rough Draft due: Monday 10/30
• Final Draft due: Thurs. 11/9

Remember this! I missed the deadline last time

The design plan is simply a statement of purpose, as described on pages 40-41 of the book, and an outline. The outline may be formal, as we discussed in class, or a printout of an Open Mind project. It must be a minimum of 1 page typed information, plus 1 page outline.

This project is an expansion of your opinion editorial. While you should avoid repeating any of your exact phrases from Project 2, you may reuse some of the same ideas. Your topic should be similar. You must use research to support your position, and you must also demonstrate a fairly thorough knowledge of any opposing position(s). 2 things to do - my position and the opposite.

Your essay should begin with an introduction that encapsulates your topic and indicates 1 the general trajectory of your argument. You need to have a discernable thesis that appears early in your paper. Your conclusion should restate the thesis in different words, 2 and then draw some additional meaningful analysis out of the developments of your argument. Think of this as a "so what" factor. What are some implications for the future, relating to your topic? What does all this (what you have argued) mean for society, or for the section of it to which your argument pertains? A good conclusion moves outside the topic in the paper and deals with a larger issue.

You should spend at least one paragraph acknowledging and describing the opposing position in a manner that is respectful and honestly representative of the opposition’s 3 views. The counterargument does not need to occur in a certain area, but generally begins or ends your argument. Asserting and attempting to prove each aspect of your argument’s structure should comprise the majority of your paper. Ask yourself what your argument assumes and what must be proven in order to validate your claims. Then go step-by-step, paragraph-by-paragraph, addressing each facet of your position. Most important part!

Finally, pay attention to readability . Just because this is a research paper does not mean that it has to be boring. Use examples and allow your opinion to show through word choice and tone. Proofread before you turn in the paper. Your audience is generally the academic community and specifically me, as a representative of that community. Ok, They want this to be easy to read, to contain examples I find, and they want it to be grammatically correct. I can visit the tutoring center if I get stuck, or I can email the OWL Email Tutors short questions if I have any more problems.

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Definition of assignment

task , duty , job , chore , stint , assignment mean a piece of work to be done.

task implies work imposed by a person in authority or an employer or by circumstance.

duty implies an obligation to perform or responsibility for performance.

job applies to a piece of work voluntarily performed; it may sometimes suggest difficulty or importance.

chore implies a minor routine activity necessary for maintaining a household or farm.

stint implies a carefully allotted or measured quantity of assigned work or service.

assignment implies a definite limited task assigned by one in authority.

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Academic writing skills guide: understanding assignments.

• Key Features of Academic Writing
• The Writing Process
• Understanding Assignments
• Brainstorming Techniques
• Planning Your Assignments
• Thesis Statements
• Writing Drafts
• Structuring Your Assignment
• How to Deal With Writer's Block
• Using Paragraphs
• Conclusions
• Introductions
• Revising & Editing
• Proofreading
• Grammar & Punctuation
• Reporting Verbs
• Signposting, Transitions & Linking Words/Phrases
• Using Lecturers' Feedback

Deconstructing the question is the first step in answering an assignment question. You might need to clarify the meaning of some words and work out what the brief really wants you to do. Your question will contain key words related to the assignment topic, as well as directive/instructional words that tell you what to do. Highlight, circle or underline the key words in the assignment brief. Also, mark any words or phrases that you do not understand. What does the title / question mean? What is it asking you to do? Why is this important? How are you going to answer it? What do you need to find out first, second, third in order to answer the question? This is a good way of working out what important points or issues make up the overall question which in turn helps to focus your reading and your initial writing. Asking questions early also helps you to feel more in control, as it helps you to think more critically and independently about the topic prior to doing any wider research. An assignment is usually made up of two parts: the assignment brief and the learning outcomes/objectives. The assignment brief will tell you what you need to produce,. Learning outcomes or objectives are a description of what you need to demonstrate to pass a module / assignment. By reading and understanding the expected learning outcomes/objectives for a module, you can help improve your grades for each assignment. Set the question in context – how does it fit with the key issues in your module and the topic as a whole? Looking at your lecture notes, module readings and learning outcomes/objectives will help you determine how the key themes, concepts and theories you have been studying on your module are linked to the question.   One of the key components of assignment questions or criteria are – the verbs that tell you what you need to do in your assignment. There are a number of commonly used directive/instructional words, which have recognised meanings when applied to college assignments. To interpret the question accurately, you need to understand what these words mean. Recognising directive/instructional words used in your assignment titles and guidelines will help you organise your ideas appropriately and help you write more confidently. It is easy to overlook the directive/instructional words, but if you just describe something when you have been asked to analyse it, your assignment is likely to receive a lower grade.  Words commonly used in assignments can appear to have similar meanings, but there are subtle differences between them. How is analyse different to critically evaluate? These words may seem similar but do have distinct meanings. However, there are not always hard distinctions between the words and different lecturers may use them in slightly different ways. You must always go by the total meaning of the title or question in the assignment brief. Read the question carefully and do not jump to conclusions about what is required on the basis of these words only. It is always advisable to clarify an assignment with your lecturer if you do not fully understand what you are being asked to do.   Do not get put off by phrases such as "with reference to relevant literature" or "critically evaluate" and "critically analyse" (rather than simply "evaluate" or "analyse"). These phrases/words are there as a gentle reminder as it is expected that much of your writing will refer to relevant literature and have an element of criticality at college level no matter what the instructions in the assignment brief. Breaking down the assignment directive/instructional words to understand what you are being asked to do will help kickstart your critical thinking skills and help you plan the logical ordering of your ideas.  Below is a list of interpretations for some of the more common directive/instructional words. These interpretations are intended as a guide only but should help you gain a better understanding of what is required when they are used.  Account for Explain, clarify, give reasons for something and why it happens; give evidence to support your argument. Analyse  Examine the topic methodically. Separate the subject into parts and then discuss, examine, or interpret each part carefully and in detail, considering how they relate to each other, how the parts contribute to the whole and why they are important. Using evidence for and against, mention any strengths/weaknesses, advantages/disadvantages. Do not simply describe or summarise; question the information. Apply  Use evidence or details that you have been given to demonstrate how an idea, theory, or concept works in a particular situation. May involve transferring evidence from your reading to real life, or to a case study, perhaps applying theory to practice. Argue  Methodically present the case for and/or against something basing your claims/reasons on a range of appropriate evidence; aim to influence the reader to accept your view, demonstrating weaknesses in the opposing argument. Assess  Using evidence and arguments, weigh something up and consider the value, quality or importance of it, examining the positive, negative and contestable aspects. Come to a conclusion. Be critical Identify what is good and bad about the information and why; probe, question, identify inaccuracies or shortcomings in the information; estimate the value of the material.  Characterise  Describe the features and qualities of a concept or phenomenon, making it different and distinguished from other things. Clarify  Make something clearer and simplify it; identify the key components of an issue/topic/problem, removing any potential misunderstandings; if appropriate, explain the relationship between two or more variables.  Classify  Organise information into categories, groups or classes; noting the influence and importance of each, outline the difference between them, explaining why and how you classified the information.   Comment on Identify and write about the main issues, giving your observations and interpretations based upon what you have read and researched, explaining the meaning of a situation or statement. Be critical, give your point of view, saying why something matters but avoid opinion that is not backed up or based on evidence presented in your writing.   Compare  Look at the similarities more than the differences between two or more things. Explain how they are similar, say if any similarities are more important than others and indicate the relevance or consequences of them.   Consider  Think and write about something carefully, discussing different possibilities and perspectives on a given topic. Support your comments/explanations by using appropriate evidence - include any views which are contrary to your own and how they relate to what you think.   Contrast  Look at the similarities and differences between two or more things, mainly emphasising the differences and what sets them apart – explain how different they are, indicate if this is significant and, if appropriate, give reasons why one item or argument may be preferable.   Critically  Used in combination with another directive/instructional word to get you to analyse and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of something not simply describe or state how something is.   Critically evaluate Weigh arguments for and against something, assessing the strength of the evidence on both sides. Provide evidence taken from a wide range of sources which both agree with and contradict an argument. Based on the evidence, come to a final conclusion, basing your decision on what you judge to be the most important factors and justify how you have made your choice.   Critique This does not mean you have to be negative, include both positive and negative points - look at any implications. Give your judgment about the value, quality and effectiveness of a theory, opinion or methodology and how it meets specific expectations; back your judgment by discussing the evidence.     Define  Describe or state clearly the meaning of something, examining the different possible or often used definitions in reputable research material. Where relevant, show the boundaries and limitations of the definition and the different interpretations that may exist, indicating how the definition distinguishes this term/concept from others.   Demonstrate  Show clearly or prove something by giving explanations, illustrations and/or supporting evidence.   Describe  Give a detailed, full account of the main characteristics, properties or qualities of a topic/issue or the sequence in which a series of things happen(ed). Explain how and why something happens.  Determine  Find out or calculate something  Differentiate  Show the difference or make a distinction between two or more things.   Discuss  Essentially this is a written debate. Supported by carefully selected evidence, examine, analyse and present both sides of the most important aspects of a topic, pointing out advantages and disadvantages, giving arguments/reasons for and against, assessing how satisfactory something is and examining the implications. Based on the evidence you have presented, state which argument is more persuasive, examine the implications and come to a conclusion.   Distinguish  Identify and describe the differences between two or more items.  Elaborate  Explain something in greater detail and at greater length, providing reasons, examples and more information.   Enumerate  List, organise or outline relevant items/ideas one by one, and concisely describe them.  Estimate  Weigh up the evidence and say by how much a theory or opinion may be preferable; calculate; predict.  Evaluate  Present a careful judgement on the worth, value, significance, relevance or usefulness of something; weighing up the arguments for and against something, show the advantages and disadvantages, strengths and weaknesses. Refer to relevant and reliable evidence and use logic and reason to argue and justify your case. Come to a conclusion.   Examine  Critically discuss, investigate or look at a subject in close detail and evaluate the key facts and important issues, giving reasons why they are the most important and explaining the different ways they could be understood/interpreted.  Explain  Make plain and clear in an understandable way; give reasons for differences of opinion or results and analyse. Clarify and interpret the topic by giving a detailed account as to how and why something happens (analysing the causes), why it is the way it is or what is meant by the use of a term in a particular context. Define key terms where appropriate and back up with evidence and examples.   Explore  Examine thoroughly, considering a variety of different viewpoints and perspectives, adopting a questioning approach. Show why there might be debate and where possible, reconcile opposing views by presenting a final line of argument.   Formulate  Use current understanding from evidence and theory to create an idea, definition or interpretation on a topic.  Give an account of  Give a detailed description of something, showing the important steps, stages or developments in the subject  Highlight  Bring attention to something or emphasise its importance (for example, highlight the main points in an argument).  Identify  Select/point out/list what you regard as the key features, problems, needs or issues in relation to something, explaining how and why they are important or relevant.  Illustrate  Make something very clear and explicit, by providing visual or written examples - use figures, diagrams, graphs, statistics, charts, tables or other visual concepts.  Indicate  Point out, show or explain something.  Infer  Conclude something from facts or reasoning.  Interpret  Demonstrate your understanding of something in a detailed and methodical way about which there may be more than one opinion. Backed by evidence, explain the meaning and significance of it, how or why it is important, giving your own judgement. Perhaps indicate how it relates to some other thing or perspective.   Investigate  Enquire into all aspects of a topic through research.  Justify  Make a case for a particular viewpoint, decision or conclusion; give convincing evidence and reasons which support this while also taking into account the opposing view, considering objections that others might make before stating your conclusion.   List  Write your answer as an itemised series of brief points in a logical order  Outline  Give a general summary of the main points, ideas or features; emphasise the structure and how they fit together or complement each other. Leaving out minor details, present the information in a logical order.  Prove  Show by argument or logic that something is true or false by presenting and evaluating adequate evidence to back up your reasoning.   Reconcile  Show how two apparently opposed or mutually exclusive ideas or propositions can be seen to be similar in important respects, if not identical.  Reflect (on)  Analyse a past experience to improve future performance. Think carefully about something, and consider different views and possibilities.  Relate  Show or describe the connections, similarities or associations between things and the extent to which they are alike or affect each other.   Review  Examine a subject critically, analysing and commenting on the main points in an organised manner, bringing together and critiquing the current evidence and understanding on a topic. Assess rather than simply describe, drawing a conclusion based on the evidence presented.   Show  Demonstrate with supporting evidence.  Specify  Give details of something.  State  Specify the main points of an idea or topic in brief, precise terms; no need to be overly descriptive – leave out minor details. Generally does not call for argument or discussion or a judgement from you, just the presentation of the facts.  Suggest  Make a proposal and support it.  Summarise  Give a concise/condensed account of the main points / ideas that are worth noting and remembering – leave out unnecessary detail, side-issues or examples, reducing your discussion to the basic essentials, the key ideas.   Support  Give reasons or evidence for something with appropriate evidence, usually academic sources promoted by your lecturer (books, academic journals or reputable websites).   Synthesise  Combine or bring together research or information from several different sources and integrate into your writing to create a single, cohesive discussion / argument which effectively presents your ideas or opinions.   To what extent  How far is something true or not true? Consider in what ways something meets the requirements of a purpose or contributes to an outcome; support with evidence. Exploring these alternative explanations, make a judgment and defend it. The answer is unlikely to be 100% true or false but somewhere in between.   Trace  Outline how something has changed or developed from an earlier time to its current form. Identify connections.   Verify  Prove something by showing evidence or information. It could also mean that you check and see to make sure certain information is correct and accurate.  Communications from the Library:  Please note all communications from the library, concerning renewal of books, overdue books and reservations will be sent to your NCI student email account. << Previous: The Writing Process Next: Brainstorming Techniques >> Last Updated: Apr 23, 2024 1:31 PM URL: https://libguides.ncirl.ie/academic_writing_skills Privacy Policy Home » Assignment – Types, Examples and Writing Guide Assignment – Types, Examples and Writing Guide Table of Contents Definition: Assignment is a task given to students by a teacher or professor, usually as a means of assessing their understanding and application of course material. Assignments can take various forms, including essays, research papers, presentations, problem sets, lab reports, and more. Assignments are typically designed to be completed outside of class time and may require independent research, critical thinking, and analysis. They are often graded and used as a significant component of a student’s overall course grade. The instructions for an assignment usually specify the goals, requirements, and deadlines for completion, and students are expected to meet these criteria to earn a good grade. History of Assignment The use of assignments as a tool for teaching and learning has been a part of education for centuries. Following is a brief history of the Assignment. Ancient Times: Assignments such as writing exercises, recitations, and memorization tasks were used to reinforce learning. Medieval Period : Universities began to develop the concept of the assignment, with students completing essays, commentaries, and translations to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the subject matter. 19th Century : With the growth of schools and universities, assignments became more widespread and were used to assess student progress and achievement. 20th Century: The rise of distance education and online learning led to the further development of assignments as an integral part of the educational process. Present Day: Assignments continue to be used in a variety of educational settings and are seen as an effective way to promote student learning and assess student achievement. The nature and format of assignments continue to evolve in response to changing educational needs and technological innovations. Types of Assignment Here are some of the most common types of assignments: An essay is a piece of writing that presents an argument, analysis, or interpretation of a topic or question. It usually consists of an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Essay structure: Introduction : introduces the topic and thesis statement Body paragraphs : each paragraph presents a different argument or idea, with evidence and analysis to support it Conclusion : summarizes the key points and reiterates the thesis statement Research paper A research paper involves gathering and analyzing information on a particular topic, and presenting the findings in a well-structured, documented paper. It usually involves conducting original research, collecting data, and presenting it in a clear, organized manner. Research paper structure: Title page : includes the title of the paper, author’s name, date, and institution Abstract : summarizes the paper’s main points and conclusions Introduction : provides background information on the topic and research question Literature review: summarizes previous research on the topic Methodology : explains how the research was conducted Results : presents the findings of the research Discussion : interprets the results and draws conclusions Conclusion : summarizes the key findings and implications A case study involves analyzing a real-life situation, problem or issue, and presenting a solution or recommendations based on the analysis. It often involves extensive research, data analysis, and critical thinking. Case study structure: Introduction : introduces the case study and its purpose Background : provides context and background information on the case Analysis : examines the key issues and problems in the case Solution/recommendations: proposes solutions or recommendations based on the analysis Conclusion: Summarize the key points and implications A lab report is a scientific document that summarizes the results of a laboratory experiment or research project. It typically includes an introduction, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusion. Lab report structure: Title page : includes the title of the experiment, author’s name, date, and institution Abstract : summarizes the purpose, methodology, and results of the experiment Methods : explains how the experiment was conducted Results : presents the findings of the experiment Presentation A presentation involves delivering information, data or findings to an audience, often with the use of visual aids such as slides, charts, or diagrams. It requires clear communication skills, good organization, and effective use of technology. Presentation structure: Introduction : introduces the topic and purpose of the presentation Body : presents the main points, findings, or data, with the help of visual aids Conclusion : summarizes the key points and provides a closing statement Creative Project A creative project is an assignment that requires students to produce something original, such as a painting, sculpture, video, or creative writing piece. It allows students to demonstrate their creativity and artistic skills. Creative project structure: Introduction : introduces the project and its purpose Body : presents the creative work, with explanations or descriptions as needed Conclusion : summarizes the key elements and reflects on the creative process. Examples of Assignments Following are Examples of Assignment templates samples: Essay template: I. Introduction Hook: Grab the reader’s attention with a catchy opening sentence. Background: Provide some context or background information on the topic. Thesis statement: State the main argument or point of your essay. II. Body paragraphs Topic sentence: Introduce the main idea or argument of the paragraph. Evidence: Provide evidence or examples to support your point. Analysis: Explain how the evidence supports your argument. Transition: Use a transition sentence to lead into the next paragraph. III. Conclusion Restate thesis: Summarize your main argument or point. Review key points: Summarize the main points you made in your essay. Concluding thoughts: End with a final thought or call to action. Research paper template: I. Title page Title: Give your paper a descriptive title. Author: Include your name and institutional affiliation. Date: Provide the date the paper was submitted. II. Abstract Background: Summarize the background and purpose of your research. Methodology: Describe the methods you used to conduct your research. Results: Summarize the main findings of your research. Conclusion: Provide a brief summary of the implications and conclusions of your research. III. Introduction Background: Provide some background information on the topic. Research question: State your research question or hypothesis. Purpose: Explain the purpose of your research. IV. Literature review Background: Summarize previous research on the topic. Gaps in research: Identify gaps or areas that need further research. V. Methodology Participants: Describe the participants in your study. Procedure: Explain the procedure you used to conduct your research. Measures: Describe the measures you used to collect data. VI. Results Quantitative results: Summarize the quantitative data you collected. Qualitative results: Summarize the qualitative data you collected. VII. Discussion Interpretation: Interpret the results and explain what they mean. Implications: Discuss the implications of your research. Limitations: Identify any limitations or weaknesses of your research. VIII. Conclusion Review key points: Summarize the main points you made in your paper. Case study template: Background: Provide background information on the case. Research question: State the research question or problem you are examining. Purpose: Explain the purpose of the case study. II. Analysis Problem: Identify the main problem or issue in the case. Factors: Describe the factors that contributed to the problem. Alternative solutions: Describe potential solutions to the problem. III. Solution/recommendations Proposed solution: Describe the solution you are proposing. Rationale: Explain why this solution is the best one. Implementation: Describe how the solution can be implemented. IV. Conclusion Summary: Summarize the main points of your case study. Lab report template: Title: Give your report a descriptive title. Date: Provide the date the report was submitted. Background: Summarize the background and purpose of the experiment. Methodology: Describe the methods you used to conduct the experiment. Results: Summarize the main findings of the experiment. Conclusion: Provide a brief summary of the implications and conclusions Background: Provide some background information on the experiment. Hypothesis: State your hypothesis or research question. Purpose: Explain the purpose of the experiment. IV. Materials and methods Materials: List the materials and equipment used in the experiment. Procedure: Describe the procedure you followed to conduct the experiment. Data: Present the data you collected in tables or graphs. Analysis: Analyze the data and describe the patterns or trends you observed. VI. Discussion Implications: Discuss the implications of your findings. Limitations: Identify any limitations or weaknesses of the experiment. VII. Conclusion Restate hypothesis: Summarize your hypothesis or research question. Review key points: Summarize the main points you made in your report. Presentation template: Attention grabber: Grab the audience’s attention with a catchy opening. Purpose: Explain the purpose of your presentation. Overview: Provide an overview of what you will cover in your presentation. II. Main points Main point 1: Present the first main point of your presentation. Supporting details: Provide supporting details or evidence to support your point. Main point 2: Present the second main point of your presentation. Main point 3: Present the third main point of your presentation. Summary: Summarize the main points of your presentation. Call to action: End with a final thought or call to action. Creative writing template: Setting: Describe the setting of your story. Characters: Introduce the main characters of your story. Rising action: Introduce the conflict or problem in your story. Climax: Present the most intense moment of the story. Falling action: Resolve the conflict or problem in your story. Resolution: Describe how the conflict or problem was resolved. Final thoughts: End with a final thought or reflection on the story. How to Write Assignment Here is a general guide on how to write an assignment: Understand the assignment prompt: Before you begin writing, make sure you understand what the assignment requires. Read the prompt carefully and make note of any specific requirements or guidelines. Research and gather information: Depending on the type of assignment, you may need to do research to gather information to support your argument or points. Use credible sources such as academic journals, books, and reputable websites. Organize your ideas : Once you have gathered all the necessary information, organize your ideas into a clear and logical structure. Consider creating an outline or diagram to help you visualize your ideas. Write a draft: Begin writing your assignment using your organized ideas and research. Don’t worry too much about grammar or sentence structure at this point; the goal is to get your thoughts down on paper. Revise and edit: After you have written a draft, revise and edit your work. Make sure your ideas are presented in a clear and concise manner, and that your sentences and paragraphs flow smoothly. Proofread: Finally, proofread your work for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors. It’s a good idea to have someone else read over your assignment as well to catch any mistakes you may have missed. Submit your assignment : Once you are satisfied with your work, submit your assignment according to the instructions provided by your instructor or professor. Applications of Assignment Assignments have many applications across different fields and industries. Here are a few examples: Education : Assignments are a common tool used in education to help students learn and demonstrate their knowledge. They can be used to assess a student’s understanding of a particular topic, to develop critical thinking skills, and to improve writing and research abilities. Business : Assignments can be used in the business world to assess employee skills, to evaluate job performance, and to provide training opportunities. They can also be used to develop business plans, marketing strategies, and financial projections. Journalism : Assignments are often used in journalism to produce news articles, features, and investigative reports. Journalists may be assigned to cover a particular event or topic, or to research and write a story on a specific subject. Research : Assignments can be used in research to collect and analyze data, to conduct experiments, and to present findings in written or oral form. Researchers may be assigned to conduct research on a specific topic, to write a research paper, or to present their findings at a conference or seminar. Government : Assignments can be used in government to develop policy proposals, to conduct research, and to analyze data. Government officials may be assigned to work on a specific project or to conduct research on a particular topic. Non-profit organizations: Assignments can be used in non-profit organizations to develop fundraising strategies, to plan events, and to conduct research. Volunteers may be assigned to work on a specific project or to help with a particular task. Purpose of Assignment The purpose of an assignment varies depending on the context in which it is given. However, some common purposes of assignments include: Assessing learning: Assignments are often used to assess a student’s understanding of a particular topic or concept. This allows educators to determine if a student has mastered the material or if they need additional support. Developing skills: Assignments can be used to develop a wide range of skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, research, and communication. Assignments that require students to analyze and synthesize information can help to build these skills. Encouraging creativity: Assignments can be designed to encourage students to be creative and think outside the box. This can help to foster innovation and original thinking. Providing feedback : Assignments provide an opportunity for teachers to provide feedback to students on their progress and performance. Feedback can help students to understand where they need to improve and to develop a growth mindset. Meeting learning objectives : Assignments can be designed to help students meet specific learning objectives or outcomes. For example, a writing assignment may be designed to help students improve their writing skills, while a research assignment may be designed to help students develop their research skills. When to write Assignment Assignments are typically given by instructors or professors as part of a course or academic program. The timing of when to write an assignment will depend on the specific requirements of the course or program, but in general, assignments should be completed within the timeframe specified by the instructor or program guidelines. It is important to begin working on assignments as soon as possible to ensure enough time for research, writing, and revisions. Waiting until the last minute can result in rushed work and lower quality output. It is also important to prioritize assignments based on their due dates and the amount of work required. This will help to manage time effectively and ensure that all assignments are completed on time. In addition to assignments given by instructors or professors, there may be other situations where writing an assignment is necessary. For example, in the workplace, assignments may be given to complete a specific project or task. In these situations, it is important to establish clear deadlines and expectations to ensure that the assignment is completed on time and to a high standard. Characteristics of Assignment Here are some common characteristics of assignments: Purpose : Assignments have a specific purpose, such as assessing knowledge or developing skills. They are designed to help students learn and achieve specific learning objectives. Requirements: Assignments have specific requirements that must be met, such as a word count, format, or specific content. These requirements are usually provided by the instructor or professor. Deadline: Assignments have a specific deadline for completion, which is usually set by the instructor or professor. It is important to meet the deadline to avoid penalties or lower grades. Individual or group work: Assignments can be completed individually or as part of a group. Group assignments may require collaboration and communication with other group members. Feedback : Assignments provide an opportunity for feedback from the instructor or professor. This feedback can help students to identify areas of improvement and to develop their skills. Academic integrity: Assignments require academic integrity, which means that students must submit original work and avoid plagiarism. This includes citing sources properly and following ethical guidelines. Learning outcomes : Assignments are designed to help students achieve specific learning outcomes. These outcomes are usually related to the course objectives and may include developing critical thinking skills, writing abilities, or subject-specific knowledge. Advantages of Assignment There are several advantages of assignment, including: Helps in learning: Assignments help students to reinforce their learning and understanding of a particular topic. By completing assignments, students get to apply the concepts learned in class, which helps them to better understand and retain the information. Develops critical thinking skills: Assignments often require students to think critically and analyze information in order to come up with a solution or answer. This helps to develop their critical thinking skills, which are important for success in many areas of life. Encourages creativity: Assignments that require students to create something, such as a piece of writing or a project, can encourage creativity and innovation. This can help students to develop new ideas and perspectives, which can be beneficial in many areas of life. Builds time-management skills: Assignments often come with deadlines, which can help students to develop time-management skills. Learning how to manage time effectively is an important skill that can help students to succeed in many areas of life. Provides feedback: Assignments provide an opportunity for students to receive feedback on their work. This feedback can help students to identify areas where they need to improve and can help them to grow and develop. Limitations of Assignment There are also some limitations of assignments that should be considered, including: Limited scope: Assignments are often limited in scope, and may not provide a comprehensive understanding of a particular topic. They may only cover a specific aspect of a topic, and may not provide a full picture of the subject matter. Lack of engagement: Some assignments may not engage students in the learning process, particularly if they are repetitive or not challenging enough. This can lead to a lack of motivation and interest in the subject matter. Time-consuming: Assignments can be time-consuming, particularly if they require a lot of research or writing. This can be a disadvantage for students who have other commitments, such as work or extracurricular activities. Unreliable assessment: The assessment of assignments can be subjective and may not always accurately reflect a student’s understanding or abilities. The grading may be influenced by factors such as the instructor’s personal biases or the student’s writing style. Lack of feedback : Although assignments can provide feedback, this feedback may not always be detailed or useful. 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Are you ready? Let’s get started! Table of Contents What Is Assignment of Contract The assignment of contract refers to instances where one party to a contract transfers its rights and obligations to another party. In other words, one contracting party exits the contract and another party steps in the exiting party’s shoes. For instance, Mary and Joe are parties to a contract. Joe assigns his rights and obligations under the contract to Tim. The original contract now continues between Mary and Tim where Joe has stepped out. The party assigning the contract is called the “assignor” and the third party stepping in to the assignor’s shoes is the “assignee”. Be sure to keep reading as I will explain to you how the assignment works and it’s important that you know more about the assignor’s liability when assigning the contract. Assignment Under Contract Law Under contract law , the assignment of a contract is considered to include the assignment of rights and the delegation of the party’s duties to another. This means that the assignor’s rights are passed on to the assignee. In addition to that, the assignor’s duties under the contract are also assigned to the assignee. Assignment Under Property Law In property law, the assignment of contract generally takes place between landlords and tenants. Typically, a person (the tenant) will sign a lease with another party (the landlord) to rent an apartment or premises. If the tenant wishes to leave the premise without breaching the terms of the contract, an assignment may be an option. In that case, the tenant will assign its rights and duties under the lease agreement to another party (a new tenant). How Assignment of Contract Works To better understand the assignment of contract, let’s look more closely at how it works. Contract Assignment Clause One of the first things you should consider when contemplating an assignment of a contract is to find the contract assignment clause in your contract. In most commercial contracts, the parties will include an assignment clause governing the possible assignment by the parties. Some contracts will authorize the assignment, others will limit assignment to specific situations, while some contracts entirely prohibit assignments. Be sure to read the contract assignment to see how your contract regulates assignments. Consent To Assignment of Contract In most cases, a contracting party looking to assign the contract to another party will need to get the consent of the other contracting party. If the staying party consents to the assignment, the assignor can proceed with the assignment of the agreement to a third party (or assignee). However, if the staying party does not consent to the assignment, then the other party must remain in the contract and observe its contractual obligations. Assignor’s Liability Assigning a contract does not necessarily mean that the assignor will be released of all liability under the contract. Depending on the assignment clause language, the assignor may have the right to assign the contract but continue to remain liable under the contract. In the event the assignor may continue to remain liable under the contract, it’s important that an assignment agreement be signed where the staying party releases and discharges the assignor of future contract liability . Assignment Enforceability Under the assignment law, when a contract is assigned as per the terms of the contract, the assignment will be legally enforceable. However, assignment contracts are not enforceable if the contract prohibits the assignment, the assignment agreement is not materially consistent with the obligations under the original contract, or the assignment violates public policy or the law in some way. In addition, a contract cannot be assigned if the assignor is not formally in a contract. There are also instances where the contract requires that a party with special skills or unique characteristics render the services or perform the obligations, and an assignment would not work. Keep reading as I will now give you an example of contract assignment so you can see how it works in practice. Contract Assignment Process The actual contract assignment process is fairly straightforward for most contracts. Contract Assignment Steps Here are the steps you’ll need to take to assign a contract: See if the contract has an assignment clause Make sure that the assignment clause authorizes assignments  If the assignment is authorized, follow the assignment logistic provided in the contract  If the assignment is prohibited, you may want to speak to the other contracting party to see if you could get consent to assign the contract In some cases, all you may need to do is to give notice of assignment to provide the details of the assignment if the contract allows for an assignment this way. In other cases, you may want to have an assignment agreement signed by the staying party, the exiting party, and the third party detailing the terms and conditions of the assignment. Assignment Agreement Content When a contract assignment agreement is needed, you should make sure that you include all the right information for the assignment to be valid and enforceable. In most cases, the assignment of the contract is simple where you may find an assignment of contract form online to complete. For simple assignment contracts, here is the content that you should expect: Identification of the parties (original contract parties and assignee) Contract assignment effective date Original contracting party’s consent to the assignment Assignee’s acceptance of the assignment  Assignor’s release and discharge of obligations going forward  Governing law  Signature block for the three parties  Alternatives To Assignment Contracts What are the alternatives to a contract assignment? Here are the main alternatives to a contract assignment: Novation  Licensing refers to situations when a party authorizes another party to use a property or asset (whether tangible or intangible). Delegation is when someone authorizes another to act on its behalf under a contract. Novation is when a new party takes on a contracting party’s rights and obligations where the existing party’s rights are relinquished and all liability under the original contract wiped out. Assignment of Contract vs Delegation of Contract What is the difference between the assignment of a contract and the delegation of a contract? The “assignment” of contract refers to a situation where one contracting party “transfers” the contract to a third party. Once the assignment is completed, the assignor will no longer be in a contract with the other contracting party and the assignee will take the assignor’s place. For example, Party A and Party B are part of a service contract. Party B assigns the contract to Party C. Going forward, the contract will be between Party A and Party C. On the other hand, a delegation is when a party to a contract subcontracts parts of a contract to another party. The party delegating the contract to another remains a contracting party and will remain responsible for the contract even though the obligations were delegated to another. For example, a general contractor may delegate the plumbing work in a project to a plumber. Although the general contractor has delegated part of the project to a subcontractor, it remains a contracting party and will remain responsible for the overall project. Assignment of Contract Example Let’s look at a few examples of when a contract may be assigned to another. Assignment of Contract In Bankruptcy You have entered into a contract with a company providing you with phone services. The company goes bankrupt. In the context of the bankruptcy, another phone company buys out a portion of the bankrupt’s book of business and your contract is in the pool of assets purchased. The bankruptcy trustee assigns your contract from the bankrupt phone company to the new phone company. Assignment of Contract In Real Estate In real estate, some investors engage in assignment transactions where they do not actually buy the property but enter into a purchase contract that it then assigns to another. In essence, the real estate investor enters into a real estate purchase agreement defining the terms and conditions relating to the purchase of a property. Following the executing of the real estate purchase agreement and prior to the “closing” of the transaction, it assigns the contract to another party in an attempt to make a profit without ever actually owning the property. Assignment of Contract In Corporate Restructuring In the corporate world, companies tend to restructure their operations to ensure they are legally and operationally optimized. In the context of a corporate restructuring transaction, a company may assign a contract to another entity within its group, a subsidiary, or an affiliate. Assignment of Agreement Takeaways  So there you have it folks! What Does Assignment of Contract Mean “Assignment of contract” is a legal term used to refer to situations where a party to an existing contract transfers its contractual obligations to another party. Following the assignment , the assignee becomes responsible to execute the contractual obligations in favor of the party staying in the original contract. If you are looking to assign a contract, you may want to consult with a qualified contract attorney who can assess your rights and obligations. Keep in mind that a simple assignment of a contract does not necessarily mean that the assignor is released from liability under the original contract. Now that you know what is an assignment of contract, how it works, and what it entails, good luck with your transaction! 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Privacy Policy Terms of Use An assignment is one of the most common assessment methods for teachers. As a part of teaching experts, team TutorBin knows students come up with different questions like- What is the meaning of an assignment? Here, we will answer all of them. Let’s start with the meaning. An assignment is a necessary part of the learning process for students. Assignment not only holds importance for students but also has extreme significance for teachers. It helps them measure how much students have learned from their lessons and whether they have achieved the learning goals that teachers have set for them.  Some say that exams and quizzes are definitely the most preferred and useful way of assessment. However, experts have also opted for assignments as it offers insights into students’ learning, knowledge gain, and academic performance.   What is the meaning of the Assignment?   Assignment- the term is used in the education industry for referring to an academic piece or task allocated by teachers. It offers a scope or opportunity to learn, practice, and demonstrate the achieved learning goals. When teachers give students an assignment, it provides them with an overview of what students have understood from the lesson. They also get to know whether students have clarity on the learned topic and, if not, what is doubt they are having.    Purpose of Assignment Allocation  Allocation of assignments has a strong purpose for educators- It supports the learning process for students. Completing an assignment reflects their competency, sense of responsibility, and time management skill. Grad school and university professors allocate an assignment to evaluate students’ cognitive abilities and how they have processed the knowledge gathered from the lessons.  Designing an assignment needs clarity on several parameters. Therefore, when a teacher makes a structure for your assignment, they consider these below-mentioned factors. Considerable Factors:  Is it going to be a group assignment or an individual assignment?  How to make it more effective for students?  Should I combine two methods for this assignment?  Should I check the assignment after completion or need to see how students are working on it?  What are the criteria I need to use for evaluating the assignment?  3 Aspects of Assignment Evaluation   When assessing an assignment, teachers follow these three aspects when doing an assessment.  Validity- The assignment & the way they assess the result align with the learning goals. Reliability- Based on the results, teachers make the distinction and grade them accordingly. The score is given depending on the set parameters and is consistent. It ensures that the evaluation of the grades is meaningful. Transparency : The purpose of an assignment should be clear. Students get to know what they will learn from this assignment and how they can complete it. Teachers need to explain how they will assess the task and what they expect from the assignment.  How to Get Motivated for Doing Assignments?   Here, we have discussed a few pointers on how to get motivated to do assignments. For that, our team of experts has jotted down the factors that you should practice regularly. All these pointers are given to encourage yourself to do assignments and achieve the desired success in academics.  Advantages of Assignments:   We have already discussed: “what is the meaning of assignment?”. We have also transmitted the knowledge that teachers allocate assignments to students for which purposes and the aspects of evaluating the task. Now, it’s time to know if there is any benefit to completing your assignments or if is it just an evaluation process that teachers are following decade after decade.  As per the experts, studies revealed that 56% of parents admitted the positive impact of assignments on students’ studies and learning capabilities. Assignments enable them to improve their academic activities, and 77% of students cemented the idea by saying that assignments are directly related to their academic success. Firstly, the experts have indicated some major benefits of assignments. After that, the US Education Deptt . has categorized homework & assignments into four categories according to the features, though these benefits are common when you do assignments.   7 Assignment Benefits For Students      Extend the knowledge base of the student:. Assignments are given on different topics of various subjects. Through the task, students reflect on their understanding and knowledge application. One of the top advantages students get through assignments is extending their knowledge of various subjects. Besides, with the finance homework help , they gain insights on diverse topics and master the subject easily.  Enhance Your Practical Skills: The next benefit that is proven extensively beneficial is the enhancement of Practical skills developed through assignments. While doing assignments, students build logical and analytical skills, reasoning ability, and creativity. These skills empower students to perform better in their academic lives and improve their upcoming professional lives.     Increases Research Ability:  Another excellent benefit students achieve through practicing homework and doing assignments is their enhanced research ability. Due to thorough research on different topics, students get the ability to find useful information and sort them as per their requirements. This habit becomes helpful for their academics and positively impacts their professional life.    Boost Your Learning Scope:  Assignments & homework are helpful if it does not burden students. It also reinforces learning and has a major impact on knowledge retention. Researchers have shown that such tasks enable students to memorize their lessons that keep the topics or subject concepts fresh in their minds. In other words, homework boosts the learning scope of students that encourages them to explore their subjects and engage in studies.  Improves Your academic performance:  A study conducted on students reflects the stat that almost 75% of students have accepted that doing assignments enables them to achieve higher scores. In this study, the researchers revealed that students not only scored well for one subject, but their overall academic performance increased considerably with frequent assignments.       Empower Planning & Organizing Skill:  Doing an assignment needs thorough planning. The information search, sorting out relevant data and using it enhance students’ organizing skills. After that, they will be able to make structure when and how they have to do their assignments. Attempting assignments enabled them to manage their learning habits and use their knowledge wisely to improve their academic performance.   Time Management:  Like planning & organization, assignments also empower students by improving their time management skills. They learn to divide the given tasks and the prioritized activities depending on their time. They understand which task they should do first and how they can cut down excess time while solving their problems and submit them before the allocated time. In addition, this practice also helps them to use their time consciously.    Conclusion   You have gained the knowledge- Firstly, what is the meaning of the assignment? Secondly, its purpose,  the evaluation process, and the assignment benefit students. I hope this information helps you to understand why teachers assign such tasks and how you can achieve learning goals by doing them. For more information, you can follow our blog regularly.  TutorBin understands that only knowing the assignment help doesn’t assist you in enhancing your academic performance. Students like you need thorough guidance and sometimes require help to succeed in their studies. Our team has a strong base of tutors to assist you with all kinds of help you need. In conclusion, we would like to say that if you want to ensure your academic growth, we will tell you how to achieve it without wasting your time trying and testing. 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TutorBin is an integrated online homework help and tutoring platform serving as a one stop solution for students and online tutors. Students benefit from the experience and domain knowledge of global subject matter experts. English Difference Between Difference Between Project and Assignment Difference between Project and Assignment | Assignment vs Project It is paramount that we use good English grammar, regardless of whether it is for academics or business. Inaccurate grammar usage could lead to misinterpretation of concepts and in some cases, it can be considered a lack of professionalism. What is the Difference between Project and Assignment? Project and assignment are two words that are often used interchangeably. However, they have their differences. Table of Content Table Summarising the Difference between Project and Assignment The Meanings of Assignment and Project Examples for Project and Assignment Assignment vs. Project – Conclusion Mastering English grammar is not easy. One of the biggest reasons is that there are many rules in English grammar as well as countless exceptions in the way that words are used. Moreover, the English language has a vocabulary of over 170,000 words, and therefore, learning English grammar can quickly become daunting. Regardless, adding a few words to your vocabulary each day can make a big difference. In this article, we shall explore the difference between project and assignment, their meanings and usage. Table Summarising the Difference between Project and Assignment: Can be used a noun or a verb. Used as a noun. A specific plan or design. Allocation of work / individuals for a particular task. Tim is the lead researcher on the . (1) Spending was at $12 million. (2) John had a medical condition where keratinous horns from his skin. The attachment in your email explains the of tasks in our team. The Meanings of Project and Assignment As already summarised above, the meanings of ‘project’ and ‘assignment’ are quite different, and they vary according to their usage. ‘Project’ meaning – The word project can be used either as a verb or a noun. Its meaning varies accordingly. Give an estimate or a projection based on current data A specific plan or design Assignment meaning – The word assignment can only be used as a noun, and it refers to allocation of work or individuals. Examples for Assignment and Project: We shall explore some examples: Global average temperatures are projected to reach 25 degrees celsius by the year 2030. I noticed scaly growths projecting from his skin after exposure to the chemical. The image was projected on the wall. She was captivated by the findings of the project . Assignment – The deadline for the assignment is next week. Project vs. Assignment – Conclusion As a verb, the word assignment refers to something that you are given to do by someone else. Alternatively, it could also refer to the assignment of individuals to work. A project, on the other hand, can be used as a verb as well as a noun and its meaning varies accordingly. As a verb, the word refers to the process of giving an estimate or a projection. Alternatively, it can also mean ‘to protrude’. As a noun, the word ‘project’ refers to a specific plan or design. To explore more differences between ‘project’ and ‘assignment’, register at BYJU’S. You can also find other important concepts in grammar, as well as resources for your studies here. ENGLISH Related Links Leave a Comment Cancel reply Your Mobile number and Email id will not be published. Required fields are marked * Request OTP on Voice Call Post My Comment Register with BYJU'S & Download Free PDFs Register with byju's & watch live videos. Search Search Please fill out this field. Business Essentials Assignment Method: Examples of How Resources Are Allocated What Is the Assignment Method? The assignment method is a way of allocating organizational resources in which each resource is assigned to a particular task. The resource could be monetary, personnel , or technological. Understanding the Assignment Method The assignment method is used to determine what resources are assigned to which department, machine, or center of operation in the production process. The goal is to assign resources in such a way to enhance production efficiency, control costs, and maximize profits. The assignment method has various applications in maximizing resources, including: Allocating the proper number of employees to a machine or task Allocating a machine or a manufacturing plant and the number of jobs that a given machine or factory can produce Assigning a number of salespersons to a given territory or territories Assigning new computers, laptops, and other expensive high-tech devices to the areas that need them the most while lower priority departments would get the older models Companies can make budgeting decisions using the assignment method since it can help determine the amount of capital or money needed for each area of the company. Allocating money or resources can be done by analyzing the past performance of an employee, project, or department to determine the most efficient approach. Regardless of the resource being allocated or the task to be accomplished, the goal is to assign resources to maximize the profit produced by the task or project. Example of Assignment Method A bank is allocating its sales force to grow its mortgage lending business. The bank has over 50 branches in New York but only ten in Chicago. Each branch has a staff that is used to bring in new clients. The bank's management team decides to perform an analysis using the assignment method to determine where their newly-hired salespeople should be allocated. Given the past performance results in the Chicago area, the bank has produced fewer new clients than in New York. The fewer new clients are the result of having a small market presence in Chicago. As a result, the management decides to allocate the new hires to the New York region, where it has a greater market share to maximize new client growth and, ultimately, revenue. Terms of Service Editorial Policy Privacy Policy Cambridge Dictionary +Plus Meaning of assignment in English Your browser doesn't support HTML5 audio It was a jammy assignment - more of a holiday really. He took this award-winning photograph while on assignment in the Middle East . His two-year assignment to the Mexico office starts in September . She first visited Norway on assignment for the winter Olympics ten years ago. He fell in love with the area after being there on assignment for National Geographic in the 1950s. act as something all work and no play (makes Jack a dull boy) idiom be at work idiom be in work idiom housekeeping in the line of duty idiom join duty idiom You can also find related words, phrases, and synonyms in the topics: assignment | American Dictionary Assignment | business english, examples of assignment, collocations with assignment. These are words often used in combination with assignment . Click on a collocation to see more examples of it. Translations of assignment Get a quick, free translation! 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Add assignment to one of your lists below, or create a new one. {{message}} Something went wrong. There was a problem sending your report. Look up a word, learn it forever. /əˈsaɪnmənt/. Other forms: assignments Whether you’re an international spy with a new mission or a high school student with math homework — when you get an assignment , you’d better do it! An assignment is a task that someone in authority has asked you to do. The word assignment is just the noun form of the common verb assign , which you use when you want to give someone a duty or a job. When you assign something, that something is called an assignment . The word can also refer to the act of distributing something. If you are distributing new office furniture at work, you might say, “ Assignment of the new chairs will begin tomorrow.” noun an undertaking that you have been assigned to do (as by an instructor) see more see less types: show 6 types... hide 6 types... school assignment , schoolwork a school task performed by a student to satisfy the teacher writing assignment , written assignment an assignment to write something classroom project a school task requiring considerable effort classwork the part of a student's work that is done in the classroom homework , prep , preparation preparatory school work done outside school (especially at home) lesson a task assigned for individual study type of: labor , project , task , undertaking any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted noun a duty that you are assigned to perform (especially in the armed forces) “a hazardous assignment ” synonyms: duty assignment see more see less types: show 10 types... hide 10 types... guard , guard duty , sentry duty , sentry go the duty of serving as a sentry fatigue , fatigue duty labor of a nonmilitary kind done by soldiers (cleaning or digging or draining or so on) charge , commission , mission a special assignment that is given to a person or group reassignment assignment to a different duty sea-duty , service abroad , shipboard duty naval service aboard a ship at sea shore duty naval service at land bases fool's errand a fruitless mission mission impossible an extremely dangerous or difficult mission martyr operation , sacrifice operation , suicide mission killing or injuring others while annihilating yourself; usually accomplished with a bomb secondment the detachment of a person from their regular organization for temporary assignment elsewhere type of: duty work that you are obliged to perform for moral or legal reasons noun the act of putting a person into a non-elective position synonyms: appointment , designation , naming see more see less types: show 6 types... hide 6 types... nomination the act of officially naming a candidate co-optation , co-option the act of appointing summarily (with or without the appointee's consent) delegacy the appointment of a delegate ordinance , ordination the act of ordaining; the act of conferring (or receiving) holy orders recognition designation by the chair granting a person the right to speak in a deliberative body laying on of hands laying hands on a person's head to invoke spiritual blessing in Christian ordination type of: conclusion , decision , determination the act of making up your mind about something noun the act of distributing something to designated places or persons “the first task is the assignment of an address to each datum” synonyms: assigning see more see less types: allocation , storage allocation (computer science) the assignment of particular areas of a magnetic disk to particular data or instructions type of: distribution the act of distributing or spreading or apportioning noun (law) a transfer of property by deed of conveyance synonyms: grant see more see less types: apanage , appanage a grant (by a sovereign or a legislative body) of resources to maintain a dependent member of a ruling family land grant a grant of public land (as to a railway or college) type of: transferred possession , transferred property a possession whose ownership changes or lapses noun the instrument by which a claim or right or interest or property is transferred from one person to another see more see less type of: instrument , legal document , legal instrument , official document (law) a document that states some contractual relationship or grants some right Vocabulary lists containing assignment The Dawes Act, or General Allotment Act of 1887, was a law that allowed the U.S. government to take Native American tribal lands and divide them into 40 acre lots for individual Native Americans. The goal was to break up communal tribal lands and speed the assimilation of Native Americans into American society. The Dawes Act caused great suffering with much of the land winding up in the hands of white settlers. Learn these words from the autobiography by David Lubar (Inside: Level B, Unit 4). Here are our links to the selections of "Every Body Is a Winner": The Human Machine; My Fabulous Footprint , The Beat Goes On; All Pumped Up , Two Left Feet, Two Left Hands , How Coach Told Me; Bionics Here are our links to the units of Level B: Unit 1 , Unit 2 , Unit 3 , Unit 4 , Unit 5 , Unit 6 , Unit 7 , Unit 8 Here are our links to the Inside books: Level A , Level B , Level C Here is our link to a list of academic vocabulary for Inside: Academic Vocabulary Prepare for the IELTS exam with this list of words related to education and academics. Sign up now (it’s free!) Whether you’re a teacher or a learner, vocabulary.com can put you or your class on the path to systematic vocabulary improvement.. Help Center Synonyms for Assignment process 7 other terms for assignment process - words and phrases with similar meaning. 340 IMAGES Four Steps Of Tasks Assignment Process Ppt Infographic Template Outline PDF What Is The Process Of Writing A Great Assignment? PPT Federation University Assignment Help by Experts Assignment Significance For Students That Blew Your Mind Learn How to Structure an Assignment: Tips and Explanations VIDEO english assignment ( change in meaning) What’s the assignment? Assignment Technique Meaning, Definitions, Objectives, Merits and Limitations Hartford Selectboard Organizational Meeting 03/07/24 New Student Housing 1.4.EPC-4 Meaning and concept of self esteem and keys to increase self esteem COMMENTS Assignment (law) Assignment (law) Assignment [a] is a legal term used in the context of the laws of contract and of property. In both instances, assignment is the process whereby a person, the assignor, transfers rights or benefits to another, the assignee. [1] An assignment may not transfer a duty, burden or detriment without the express agreement of the assignee. Understanding Assignments An assignment can look pretty straightforward at first, particularly if the instructor has provided lots of information. That does not mean it will not take time and effort to complete; you may even have to learn a new skill to complete the assignment. Ask the instructor about anything you do not understand. Assignment of Contract: What Is It? How It Works An assignment of contract is a legal term that describes the process that occurs when the original party (assignor) transfers their rights and obligations under their contract to a third party (assignee). When an assignment of contract happens, the original party is relieved of their contractual duties, and their role is replaced by the ... Understand the Assignment An assignment can look pretty straightforward at first, particularly if the instructor has provided lots of information. That does not mean it will not take time and effort to complete; you may even have to learn a new skill to complete the assignment. 2. Ask the instructor about anything you do not understand. Assignments: The Basic Law Assignments: The Basic Law. The assignment of a right or obligation is a common contractual event under the law and the right to assign (or prohibition against assignments) is found in the majority of agreements, leases and business structural documents created in the United States. As with many terms commonly used, people are familiar with the ... Assignment vs. Delegation Assignment Delegation; Definition: Assigning a task or responsibility to someone: Transferring authority and responsibility to another person: Control: The assignor retains control over the task: ... It is a process that empowers individuals or teams to make decisions, take ownership, and exercise their judgment in completing the delegated ... Understanding Writing Assignments Many instructors write their assignment prompts differently. By following a few steps, you can better understand the requirements for the assignment. The best way, as always, is to ask the instructor about anything confusing. Read the prompt the entire way through once. This gives you an overall view of what is going on. Assignment: Definition in Finance, How It Works, and Examples Assignment: An assignment is the transfer of an individual's rights or property to another person or business. For example, when an option contract is assigned, an option writer has an obligation ... Assignment Definition & Meaning The meaning of ASSIGNMENT is the act of assigning something. How to use assignment in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Assignment. Academic Writing Skills Guide: Understanding Assignments Understanding the question is the first and most important step when starting your assignments and helps to ensure that your research and writing is more focused and relevant. This means understanding both the individual words, and also the general scope of the question. A common mistake students make with their assignments is to misinterpret ... Writing Process The writing process refers to a series of actions taken by writers to move from an assignment or idea to a polished product. The writing process definition outlines stages used by most writers to ... Assignment Process Definition Define Assignment Process. Included in the "Assignment Process" are all teachers/licensed personnel, including displaced teachers/licensed personnel, teachers/licensed personnel seeking voluntary transfers, teachers/licensed personnel returning from leaves of more than one year, and teachers/licensed personnel who were laid off and have been recalled after the close of the school year. Assignment Definition: Assignment is a task given to students by a teacher or professor, usually as a means of assessing their understanding and application of course material. Assignments can take various forms, including essays, research papers, presentations, problem sets, lab reports, and more. Assignments are typically designed to be completed ... ASSIGNMENT ASSIGNMENT meaning: 1. a piece of work given to someone, typically as part of their studies or job: 2. a job that…. Learn more. Assignment of Contract (What It Is And How It Works: Best Overview) The "assignment" of contract refers to a situation where one contracting party "transfers" the contract to a third party. Once the assignment is completed, the assignor will no longer be in a contract with the other contracting party and the assignee will take the assignor's place. For example, Party A and Party B are part of a ... What Is The Meaning of Assignment l Its Purpose & Advantages? Assignment- the term is used in the education industry for referring to an academic piece or task allocated by teachers. It offers a scope or opportunity to learn, practice, and demonstrate the achieved learning goals. When teachers give students an assignment, it provides them with an overview of what students have understood from the lesson. Difference between Project and Assignment As a verb, the word assignment refers to something that you are given to do by someone else. Alternatively, it could also refer to the assignment of individuals to work. A project, on the other hand, can be used as a verb as well as a noun and its meaning varies accordingly. As a verb, the word refers to the process of giving an estimate or a ... Assignment Method: Examples of How Resources Are Allocated Assignment Method: A method of allocating organizational resources. The assignment method is used to determine what resources are assigned to which department, machine or center of operation in ... ASSIGNMENT Definition & Meaning Assignment definition: something assigned, as a particular task or duty. See examples of ASSIGNMENT used in a sentence. ASSIGNMENT ASSIGNMENT definition: 1. a piece of work given to someone, typically as part of their studies or job: 2. a job that…. Learn more. Assignment assignment: 1 n an undertaking that you have been assigned to do (as by an instructor) Types: show 6 types... hide 6 types... school assignment , schoolwork a school task performed by a student to satisfy the teacher writing assignment , written assignment an assignment to write something classroom project a school task requiring considerable ... Assignment Process synonyms Synonyms for Assignment Process (other words and phrases for Assignment Process). Synonyms for Assignment process. 7 other terms for assignment process- words and phrases with similar meaning. Lists. synonyms. antonyms. definitions. sentences. thesaurus. suggest new. placement mechanism. process of allocating. allocation method. allocation ... assignment essay homework paper phd resume review speech thesis