Here is an overview of all of the different types of assignments in the course. You can find the detailed directions for the assignments and the grading rubrics in the module where they are assigned.
The discussion activities provide you with an opportunity to learn more about each other, ask questions and gain clarity on assignments.
The homework and Connect assignments by McGraw-Hill are developed to help provide access to lessons that reinforce concepts from your reading assignments.
The labs in this course allow you to practice what you learned and apply it to solve various problems. They can prepare you for the proctored assessments.
The proctored assessments provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your mastery of the course knowledge. You can find the information on how to take proctored assessments in the Taking Proctored Assessments section of the Syllabus.