Canvas Assignments FAQs
FAQs * How do I use/navigate Assignments in Canvas? * How do I create assignment weights? * What types of Assignments are available in Canvas? * What file types are supported in Canvas Assignments? * How do I create an assignment in Canvas? * How do I assign students different due dates for the same assignment…
Canvas Assessments FAQs
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Can I divide my students into groups for assignments, discussions, etc.?
Making and using student groups within Canvas Yes, you can divide your students into groups in your Canvas site. You must first create your group set and then create the individual student groups. You have the following options for creating a group set in Canvas: * Allow self sign-up * Require that group members …
How do I export/import quizzes in Canvas?
You can export and import quizzes in canvas from the Settings menu on the left hand side of your course site. Further resources: * How do I import quizzes from QTI packages? * How do I export quiz content from my (Canvas) course?
Can I remove a discussion board thread or forum?
Yes, you can remove a discussion, and you can remove a thread from a discussion. You can also allow your students to edit and delete their own posts. Further resources: * How do I delete a discussion in a course? * How do I edit or delete student discussion posts in a course? * How do I allow students to edit an…
Does Canvas have a grade history feature?
Yes, Canvas's grading history feature allows you to see who graded each item and revert grades for students if needed. The New Gradebook offers this feature for instructors to use. Further resources: * How do I view the history of all grading changes in the New Gradebook?
Technology Recommendations for Learning Online at FSU
For the best online learning experience, please keep the technical recommendations in this article in mind. To skip down to the specific information you are looking for, use the following links: * General Technology Recommendations * Canvas Recommendations * Zoom Recommendations General Technology Recommenda…
Can I make students post to a discussion board before they can see other students' posts?
Yes, you can select this option in your Canvas discussions. However, please keep in mind that sometimes students will work around this requirement by deleting their posts. To prevent students from being able to use this "workaround" you can change your course settings to disable students' ability to delete their pos…
What is the difference between text submissions and file upload submissions
You can restrict the file type for assignment submissions. For example, if you would like your students to only upload word documents for grading and not any other file type such as a pdf or a ppt, you can specify the file extensions for MS Word document such as doc and docx in the Restrict Upload File Types fi…
What is Canvas's Rich Content Editor like? How do I use it?
Canvas has a simple and streamlined approach to entering content anywhere the Rich Content Editor is available (this includes Announcements, Assignments, Discussions, Pages, Quizzes, and Syllabus). The rich content editor is capable of embedding any YouTube or Kaltura videos, images, other media files, course files, …
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