We have some activities that are really more aligned with academics but cannot be placed in the same module as academics because of the difference in rotations. Activities solved the issue nicely for us with the exception of not offering the ability to issue assignments or have a gradebook. It would be so very helpful to have this same capability in the activity module to give more flexibility.
We're in this exact same situation. We have electives that run on a different rotation than our core courses, and we decided to set those electives up as activities because the system is designed in a way that leads you to believe you can grade activities. It wasn't until we launched our school year that we learned you can't actually do that. But, we've already committed to this concept. So, we're in quite a pickle at the moment.
Since we can already attach grade plans to activities, having the gradebook and assignments enabled should already be in place! Please add this!