What do the different course roles do?
In this article: * Students * Teachers * Admin/Staff * TAs * Course Designers * Observers FSU's Canvas version provides a variety of user roles for course and organization sites. This article provides a quick summary of each course role, what it can do, and who is typically assigned to it. You may encounter…
What is a Learning Assistant (LA)?
In this article: * The Learning Assistant Program The Learning Assistant Program The Center for the Advancement of Teaching is currently piloting the Learning Assistant (LA) program with five departments: Economics, Mathematics, Philosophy, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Computer Science, and Engineering. If…
SpeedGrader: An Inline Grading Feature in Canvas
In this article: * SpeedGrader Overview * Further Resources SpeedGrader Overview SpeedGrader is an inline grading feature in Canvas. SpeedGrader empowers you to view and grade student assignment submissions in one place. In SpeedGrader, you have the flexibility to use a simple point scale or a complex rubric,…
Can I create a sign-up for students to schedule appointments with me?
In this article: * Scheduling Student Appointments * Further Resources Scheduling Student Appointments Can I create a sign-up for students to schedule appointments with me? Yes, you will need to use the Scheduler calendar tool in Canvas to create a sign-up list/schedule appointment time slots. Instructors …
Can I use rubrics in Canvas?
In this article: * Rubrics in Canvas * Further Resources Rubrics in Canvas Can I use rubrics in Canvas? Yes, Canvas offers a fairly extensive set of rubric options, allowing you to attach rubrics to assignments, graded discussion items, and quizzes. Rubrics can be used for both grading and feedback. See the …
Can I email students from within the Gradebook interface?
In this article: * Messaging Students from the Gradebook * Further Resources Messaging Students from the Gradebook Can I email students from within the Gradebook interface? Yes, you can use the Gradebook to send messages to your students. See the resources below on for specific steps on how to message studen…
Can I import my course calendar into an external calendar tool, such as iCal, Outlook, or Google Calendar?
In this article: * Exporting Calendar Capabilities * Further Resources Exporting Calendar Capabilities Can I import my course calendar into an external calendar tool, such as iCal, Outlook, or Google Calendar? Yes! You can subscribe to your course calendar using any external calendar tool that accepts the iCa…
How do I message my students in a course before the semester starts?
In this article: * How to publish your Canvas course * How to move your course start date * Keep in Mind There are two ways you can communicate with students in your course before the semester start date: * Use the Faculty Center email roster tool in myFSU. * Publish your course and move up the course s…
How does file storage work in Canvas?
In this article: * File Storage Overview * Our Recommendations * Further Resources File Storage Overview There are three types of Files you can access in Canvas: User Files , Course Files , and Group Files . * User Files function like a flash drive and are a handy spot to keep your own personal files. …
Can I make group discussion boards?
In this article: * Creating Group Discussions * Further Resources Creating Group Discussions Yes, you can make group-specific discussions in Canvas. You will need to create the student groups prior to creating the group discussions. See the Instructure Resources below for more information specific to your us…
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