Canvas (myCourses) - Getting started for students

Task: This article contains a list of features that students would most frequently use. The links open to the student Canvas guide.

 

Instructions:

Getting Started with Canvas (myCourses)

Which browser does Canvas support?

What is the Dashboard?

How do I view my Canvas courses?

What are Profile and User settings?

How do I set my Notification Preferences?

Participate in a Course

How do I take a Quiz?

How do I submit an online assignment?

How do I view assignment comments from my instructor?

How do I view annotation feedback comments from my instructor directly in my assignment submission?

How do I reply to a Discussion?

How do I embed an image in a discussion reply as a student?

How do I upload a file or image to the files location?

How do I upload an image in a Discussion Post?

How do I view my Grades?

How do I use the "What If" option in My Grades?

How do I use the Calendar?

How do I use the Inbox as a student?

Link to Getting Started with Canvas website.

Link to Canvas videos - Student version.  (Closed Caption is available on all videos)

 

Outcome:

Students will better understand resources for how to use Canvas. 

Need additional help?

Please use this link to the Technology Help Desk to locate your local campus contact information.  Use the “Submit a Question” for your campus to enter an online support request.  

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Article ID: 2031
Created
Thu 9/26/19 4:12 PM
Modified
Thu 3/7/24 3:04 PM
Applicable Institution(s):
Keene State College (KSC)
Plymouth State University (PSU)
University of New Hampshire (UNH)