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Add OneDrive Content as an Activity

You can add content from OneDrive as an activity in the learning path.

Before you begin

This task is different depending on the version of MindTap used in your class.

If these directions do not match what you see in your class, click MindTap version in the toolbar above and select your MindTap version.

  1. At the top of the learning path, click + Activity > Activity > Add External Content.
  2. Click OneDrive.

    The first time you access OneDrive, grant MindTap access to manage your OneDrive files:

    1. Click Sign in and sign in to the Office account you want to use.
    2. When prompted to grant access to your Google account, click Allow.
      Note You might be prompted to sign in more than once.

    Your OneDrive files are listed.

  3. Select the file to use for the activity.

    If needed, select Show files that have been shared with students.

  4. Click Share and Continue.
  5. Optional: Specify text to display before or after the document.
  6. Click Save.
  7. On the Assignment Details tab, enter your assignment information.
    Activity Title
    Label for the activity in the learning path.
    Description
    Information or instructions displayed when the activity is opened.
    Date Available
    When students can start work on the activity.
    Date Due
    When students must end work on the activity.
  8. Optional: On the Student Accommodations tab, set any student accommodations for this activity.

    Your enrolled students are listed on the left along with any current accommodations or extensions.

    Accommodations available for the assignment are listed on the right, and can include:

    • Date Available (if an available date is set)
    • Date Due (if a due date is set)
    • Time Limit (if the assignment is timed)
    1. Select the students whose accommodations you want to change.
    2. Extend the due date or make the assignment available early for the selected students.
  9. When you are finished, click Save All.
  10. Set the activity's location on the learning path in Folder and Placement.
  11. Click Save.