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…
Access to Canvas outside the U.S.
Florida State University faculty, staff, students, and alumni have an international presence. Wherever they are located, they require stable and timely access to FSU's Canvas learning management system (LMS). For most countries, as long as one has internet access, Canvas should be accessible. However, there are a few…
How to download a transcript from Kaltura
When you use Kaltura to add multimedia to your course, Kaltura automatically captions your video or audio recordings for you. However, these automatic captions are not always correct, so we recommend that you double-check your captions . Kaltura will also automatically create a transcript for you from those automati…
Is there a way to quickly delete all the content in my site?
Yes. The bulk delete option in Canvas is called " reset course content. " You can do this by navigating to your Course Settings and selecting the option on the right-hand navigation menu. Please note that once you have reset your course content, all of that content has been permanently removed and cannot be recovered…
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…
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?
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-…
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…
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…
Getting Started: Instructor Edition
What to keep in mind: * Development available! All instructors and graduate students preparing to teach courses can use development sites in Canvas. These development sites are intended for the purpose of becoming familiar with how Canvas functions and to create course site templates for the classes you teach. If …
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