Provide a concise description (a few sentences) of the most essential elements of the assignment. It is helpful to make sure the most important information about the genre, purpose, topic(s), and length of the paper are very easy to find.concise. If possible, keep your assignment description to one page. If it is longer, use headings to make it easier for students to follow. Include enough detail so students know what you expect but not so much detail that they feel overwhelmed.