How user enrollments and course access work in Canvas
Canvas matches its course enrollments with myFSU Student Central Sunday through Friday at: 5:00am, 7:00am, 9:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm, 5:00pm, 7:00pm, and 9:00pm. If a course schedule change occurs an hour before any of these "enrollment cycles", it may take an additional enrollment cycle for the change to take…
Using Canvas to take attendance in class
There are a few different options for using Canvas to take and keep track of attendance. Which option is best for you as an instructor will depend on your class size and preference . * Have fewer than 50 students in your course? See our recommendations for small courses * Have more than 50 students in your cours…
FSU Canvas Grade Upload Tool
Navigate this page: Enable a Grading Scheme Access the Grade Upload Tool Validate Grades Students with "F", "I", or "U" Grades Upload Grades Final Approval and Submission The FSU Canvas Grade Upload Tool allows you to upload your entire Canvas Gradebook into the official University Grade Roster …
Canvas Gradebook Best Practices
In order to save time and headaches at the end of the semester, we recommend following the steps below to ensure that your gradebook is set up correctly at the beginning so that it will be easier to use during the semester and your final grades will be calculated accurately. Use the links below to jump down to the…
Can I make surveys in Canvas?
Yes. To create a survey, go to the Quizzes menu item and create a quiz. In the Quiz Type section, you can make the quiz a graded or ungraded survey. Further resources: * How do I create a survey in my course?
Known Issue: Turnitin "Post Date" Error
This error only impacts the old Turnitin LTI integration . If you use the Turnitin Direct integration when creating Turnitin assignments, you will not experience this error. When creating a Turnitin assignment, you may get an error that reads: " Turnitin assignment could not be created. date_post - post date must…
What question types are available in Canvas?
Canvas offers many types of questions including additional Formula and Simple Formula question options for requiring students to complete mathematical calculations. Further resources: * How do I create a Multiple Choice quiz question? * How do I create a True/False quiz question? * How do I create a Fill-in-the-…
Accessibility & Usability Overview
Why do I need to pay attention to accessibility? Accessibility ensures that all of your students are able to access your course materials and use them as needed. Legally, FSU is required to have both internal and external departmental materials be fully accessible so that everyone is able to access and use these mat…
What is the file size upload limit?
The file size limit for uploading and hosting an item in Canvas Files is 500 MB. For sharing videos we recommend that you use Kaltura to upload and host your video, and then embed it or link to it in your Canvas site. Further resources * Overview of the Kaltura Video App for Canvas * Kaltura LMS Integration for…
What is Kaltura?
Kaltura Accessibility Statement Kaltura Privacy Policy Kaltura lets you create and share an unlimited number of videos and audio recordings in Canvas. Uploaded files are automatically converted into multiple formats for a seamless viewing experience. No plugins or special software is required to view videos, and…
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