The document provides 8 steps for managing assignment submission schedules using adaptive release in an online course management system: 1) click assignments, 2) click the dropdown for a new assignment, 3) select adaptive release, 4) enter date details, 5) browse for student usernames, 6) select a gradebook column, 7) browse review materials, and 8) submit. It also notes that multiple usernames can be separated by commas for setting the same schedule for different student groups.