Visit the Quercus Support Resources site for:
Information about Assessment options in Quercus
Links to Assignments and Grading guides
Using the Gradebook
Online tools can make the workload more manageable (as a stand-alone or in combination):
SpeedGrader(inline grading tool, can be used for individual or group assignment submissions)
Rubrics (can be used in combination with the SpeedGrader to clarify assessment criteria and expectations, once created are saved in your course for future assignments)
Quizzes (use for in-class surveys, entrance/exit ticket)