How to review assignments

Creating a new assignment

To create a new assignment press the “New assignment” from the dashboard.

You can create an assignment is two ways:

1. Manually – Copy+Paste or write text in the field on the right side of the dialog.

2. Lexsee Assist – Have Lexsee write the first draft for you.

Using Lexsee Assist to write a draft

Write options

1. Style – these tells Lexsee what kind of text you want it to write: from Novel except to News story to Scientific explanation

2. Reading level – These are general targets based on grade level with a target Lexcile range. (We do not calculate Lexsile score.)

3. Length – How long the article should be

Focus area

It is here were you can customize the text for a specific student. For example if the student is reading a particular book, you can ask that the text be written in a similar style to Animal Farm or Beowulf or The Invisible Man. You can ask for the to include specific vocabulary words, or words with silent letters or long vowel sounds—whatever it is you want the student practice.

You can also write what the topic should be

"Write a news article about the new focus on traveling to Mars. Include words with silent letters. And cover Aerobraking"

In a groundbreaking announcement, NASA revealed its intensified focus on Mars exploration, aiming to send humans to the Red Planet by 2030. Although the journey is fraught with challenges, scientists are optimistic. "Aerobraking will be crucial," stated Dr. Emily Wright, a leading aerospace engineer. This technique, which involves using a planet's atmosphere to slow down a spacecraft, reduces fuel consumption significantly. While the mission's success hinges on technological advancements, the potential for discovery is immense. "Mars holds secrets that could redefine our understanding of the universe," Dr. Wright added, her eyes gleaming with anticipation.