How do I navigate/use Files in Canvas?
Learn how to use the Files area in Canvas from the resources below. Please note, you will not be able to upload files larger than 500 MB. For sharing videos we recommend that you use Kaltura to upload and host your video, then embed it or link to it in your Canvas site. Further resources * How do I use Files a…
Known Issue: Turnitin Zoom Bug Causing Difficulty with Assignment Submission
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. There is currently an issue with the Canvas integration of Turnitin where users' browsers are automatically zoomed in, which makes the conti…
What test/quiz settings are available in Canvas?
In Canvas you can create graded quizzes, practice quizzes, graded surveys, and ungraded surveys. Further resources: * What quiz types are available in Canvas courses? * What options are available in Canvas quizzes? * How to increase security to minimize cheating in Canvas quizzes * How do I access the Canvas …
How do I keep track of attendance?
Though Canvas has a built-in Attendance feature, we have found that it is not ideal in every situation. Depending on your class size and personal preferences, this tool may not be the best option for your course. See Using Canvas to take attendance in class for recommendations based on class size. Further resource…
Help! What can I do with my Canvas site?
There are several options available to you to determine how your course site looks and functions. There is also a variety of content that you can add to your Canvas site. We recommend you start with the following resources: * Canvas Best Practices * Canvas Course Setup Checklist * Course Settings Options * Acces…
Is Turnitin available in Canvas? How do I make a Turnitin Assignment?
Yes, Turnitin is an external tool that integrates with Canvas Assignments. View all our Turnitin resources .
I want to make certain items available after a particular date. Can I do this in Canvas?
Yes. To make certain items (eg., a module, a quiz, an assignment, etc.) available after a particular date, simply use the "lock module" setting or the assignment/quiz/discussion availability date setting. Further resources * How do I lock a module? * What is the difference between assignment due dates and avai…
Is there an anonymous grading feature in Canvas?
Yes, you can use SpeedGrader's anonymous grading feature. Further resources * How do I get to SpeedGrader from an assignment, quiz, or graded discussion? * How do I hide student names in SpeedGrader?
Quiz setup for FSU Testing Center and off-campus proctoring
Introduction Reminder: If any of your students have an extra time accommodation from the Office of Accessibility Services (OAS), remember to review this How to allow extra time for student(s) on a Canvas assessment article to ensure your students will receive the extra time stipulated in their OAS accommodations …
How do I create an assignment in Canvas?
You can create assignments from the Assignments Index page (Assignments area of course site) and you have two options: * You can create an assignment template, or * You can create the entire assignment. An assignment template is just a placeholder for the assignment within an assignment group, such as a discussion…
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