9 Common Types of Assignments in Online Courses - Bradley Fuster, US News

Discussion boards, wikis and research papers are common examples of online coursework. In some instances, online students watch recorded lectures and respond at their own pace. Students considering taking their first online course may worry about the types of assignments they will encounter. In particular, those who are accustomed to face-to-face education may not know what coursework to expect before they start. Linked below is a list of nine common types of virtual assignments instructors generally assign in online classes. https://www.usnews.com/education/online-learning-lessons/articles/2017-07-28/9-common-types-of-assignments-in-online-courses