Instructors: How do I create a subtitle file using Amara?
If you are recording a new video or uploading an existing one into Canvas, it is recommended that you include captions for accessibility and convenience. If you do not have a caption file to add to your video, you can make one using the Amara subtitle creation tool. Opening Caption Menu for Canvas Video Files …
How to create a RegisterBlast test registration link in Canvas
* In your Canvas course site, navigate to Modules . * Select +Module to create a new module and name it (ex: “Exam Sign-Up”). * Add a new item to the module and choose External URL in the drop-down menu. * Enter the URL for RegisterBlast ( ). * Enter RegisterBlast as the Page Name. * Select Load …
Squarecap Overview
Squarecap Accessibility Information Squarecap Privacy Policy Squarecap is an application that allows face-to-face classes to take attendance, give quizzes, and stimulate classroom participation while also integrating with your Canvas course site, including syncing grades with your Canvas Gradebook. Squarecap is …
Canvas Office365 Overview
Microsoft Office Accessibility Statement Microsoft Office Privacy Statement Office365 is a cloud-based software that allows you to work anywhere, anytime, and on any device. All students and instructors are given access through FSU. Includes Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Excel, and much more. Instructor resources…
Options for uploading media files to Kaltura
Kaltura is a comprehensive third-party video platform service. You can either record your audio or video and then upload it to Kaltura , or use Kaltura's Personal Capture software to create your media from start to finish. Regardless of your choice, we recommend keeping Kaltura's media storage policy in mind. …
How to import the default Home page into your course from Commons
To import the default ODL Home page into your course from Canvas Commons, follow the steps below: * Click Commons on the garnet-colored global navigation menu on the left. * To view only FSU resources, click the toggle button to uncheck the Show Public Resources option. * Type Home in the search field * …
Accessibility Tips: Converting Microsoft Word Files to PDF
Need some simple fixes to improve accessibility? The Office of Digital Learning has a collection of tips for making course content more accessible. See the full collection: Accessibility Overview In this tip, we show you how to avoid common accessibility issues when converting Microsoft Word files to PDF. Tips f…
How do I import my Gradebook into my Canvas site?
You can import Gradebook .csv export files back into Canvas after making appropriate edits. It is important to note, that if you delete or add any columns or rows into the .csv file, you will not be able to import the file into your course. All files that are exported need to only have the pre-existing values edited …
One Button Studio Overview
The One Button Studio is a professional recording studio that can be used by faculty - no media production experience required! With the studio's straightforward design, instructors can produce a do-it-yourself, high-quality video with the push of a button. Why use it? * Create introductions to online courses * R…
Canvas Miscellaneous FAQs
* How do I navigate around/use Canvas? * Technology Recommendations for FSU's Canvas * What is Canvas's new Rich Content Editor like? How do I use it? * How do I communicate with my students in Canvas? * How do I track student activity in my course? * Can I manually enroll a user (eg., TA, grader, etc.) into …
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