Web-conferencing Example Scenarios
We have recently transitioned away from using and supporting Bb Collaborate as FSU's web-conferencing tool. As of November 6, 2019, Bb Collaborate is no longer available for use university-wide. However, colleges and/or departments that currently license Bb Collaborate separately will still be able to use the tool. …
Using Canvas Commons
The Commons is a great Open Educational Resource ( OER ) that allows users to exchange ideas, educational materials, videos, software, and even textbooks . This freely accessed domain provides an all-access pass for individuals seeking course materials without cost or other restrictions. All instructors can uploa…
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?
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…
TurningPoint Overview
Accessibility Statement Privacy Policy TurningPoint provided by Turning Technologies is a polling software that allows instructors to ask interactive questions, track participant progress, and receive instant feedback. Students can use either a mobile app or a TurningPoint clicker to engage in interactive activi…
Instructors: How to import Kaltura media from another course
Kaltura offers you the ability to move media from one course's Media Gallery to another one with only a few simple steps. * Navigate to the Course Media menu item (or "Media Gallery") of the destination course . Make sure that Kaltura's Course Media feature has been enabled in both courses. * In the top-right…
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…
How to build an Outcome
For information on designing course learning outcomes, please see FSU’s Outcomes and Institutional Effectiveness guidelines . Keep in mind: It is best to build Outcomes at the Sub-Account level in Canvas. Though it is possible to create Outcomes within an individual course site, the real power of Outcomes is in th…
Can I customize my course site in Canvas?
All courses will look relatively the same, making the course structure fairly uniform across all sites unless you opt to use a tool like DesignPLUS to add additional styling. You can also customize your home page to be one of the following: * Course Activity Stream (most recent activity and interactions). * Page…
How to embed Kaltura playlists into Canvas course content
Kaltura playlists can be embedded in Canvas Pages, Assignment descriptions, and other areas of Canvas that use the rich content editor . Follow these steps to embed your Kaltura playlist in your course content. * Navigate to your Canvas course that will contain the playlist. * Select Course Media on the cour…
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