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 use Scheduler to: * Create office hours * Schedule TA sessions * Schedule lunches * Assign presentation times * Host other appointments You can choose to create time s…
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. Further Resources * How do I manage rubrics in a course? * How do I add a rubric in a course? * How do I add a rub…
How to disable syllabus in navigation and upload syllabus file to module
We highly recommend that you use the Syllabus page provided within your Canvas course to house your syllabus. It may seem convenient to bypass the Syllabus page altogether, but using it creates a much more intuitive experience for your students. If you are looking to upload a syllabus file to your course, we recommen…
Can I use random blocks of questions?
You can easily randomize the questions that your students are given on an exam. In Classic Quizzes use a question group or a question group linked to a question bank. For detailed steps please see: * How do I create a quiz with a question group to randomize quiz questions? * How do I create a quiz with a question…
Can I email students from within the Gradebook interface?
You can use the Gradebook to send messages to your students. The information below describes how to message students using the Message Students Who option. You can send messages to your students based on the following assignment categories: * Have submitted * Have not yet submitted * Have not been graded * …
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 iCal format. This includes iCal, Outlook, and Google Calendar. Further resources * How do I view the Calendar iCal feed to import and subscribe to an external calendar? * How do I subscribe to the Calendar feed using…
How does file storage work in Canvas?
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. This feature is available to instructors, TAs, and students. Course Files are the files that are added to your cou…
How do I message my students in a course before the semester starts?
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 start date in Canvas. How to publish your Canvas course * In the Home page, select to Publish the course. …
Why am I getting an "unsupported browser" message in Canvas?
If you are receiving the following error message, it is because you are using a browser that is not officially supported by Canvas . If you are using Google Chrome Enterprise or Firefox ESR (which are often used in computer labs), then you will receive this error message if the browser is 2 versions or more behi…
Can I make group discussion boards?
Yes, you can make group-specific discussions in Canvas. You will need to create the student groups prior to creating the group discussions. Further resources: * How do I create a group discussion in a course? * How do I assign a graded discussion to a course group? * How do I assign a graded discussion to an …
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