Canvas 101
We're glad you're here! Whether you're switching from another learning management system or brand new to Canvas, this self-paced course is designed to give you the essential knowledge and skills to confidently use Canvas in your teaching. Throughout this training, you'll learn how to set up and organize your course, create learning activities, manage grading and assessments, and use Canvas’s built-in tools to communicate with students.
This course takes approximately 2–3 hours to complete, but you may find it helpful to spend additional time exploring Canvas while watching the lecture videos to enhance your understanding.
You can self-enroll by selecting the "Go to Canvas 101" button below.
By the end of this on-demand training, you’ll be able to:
- Navigate the Canvas interface and customize your settings
- Build and organize course content using Modules and Pages
- Use Canvas tools to assess and grade student work
- Communicate and collaborate with your students
- Identify how Canvas can support your instructional goals
- Understand how users and courses are managed within Canvas