Category: Canvas

On April 10th, IT Services Specialist John Dickinson led an informative presentation on how to utilize grade weights, extra credit, and additional Canvas Gradebook settings. The presentation provided an in-depth explanation of the various settings within the Canvas Gradebook, as well as Gradebook feature demonstrations.

On April 2nd, Digital Learning Strategist Leslie Fuller, Ph.D., led an informative presentation on best practices for designing a welcoming Canvas course. The presentation provided an in-depth explanation of various strategies instructors can utilize to foster student connection and ensure all learners feel included and supported.

Our post on Monday highlights ways to support students with mental health challenges in online courses, which are good long-term strategies. For students needing immediate help, Clemson’s Canvas Help menu provides a direct link to crisis care provided by Student Health Services. In the global navigation menu, the last option is for Help with the […]

Online discussions are a crucial aspect of digital learning, as they foster engagement and critical thinking remotely. However, if prompts are not designed with accessibility in mind, they can create barriers for students with disabilities, language differences, or learning preferences. Making discussion prompts more accessible ensures that all students can participate meaningfully. Here are some […]

Clemson University has recently introduced Simple Syllabus, a centralized syllabus management system for educators designed to simplify course planning and ensure compliance with university policies. This tool provides structured templates that make syllabus creation more efficient while maintaining consistency across multiple courses. Integrated directly with Canvas, Simple Syllabus allows students to access the most up-to-date […]

Clemson Online hosted its annual Canvas Accessibility Week from February 17-20, 2025, with sessions designed to enhance digital accessibility in courses and help instructors integrate accessible practices into their teaching. Here’s a quick recap of the sessions: Introduction to Digital Accessibility, presented by Digital Learning Strategist Millie Tullis, provided a high-level overview of digital accessibility. Tullis discussed key components […]

On February 7th, Sr. Learning Tech Specialist Gray Jackson facilitated a Quick Hits presentation dedicated to getting started with Canvas’s New Quizzes feature. The presentation offers a detailed introduction to the New Quizzes feature, including a step by step walkthrough of using the program to create a new quiz.

As of January 18, a new Canvas feature allows instructors to set multiple due dates for Discussion Boards, making it easier to manage multi-stage discussions. This update enhances the overall organization, accountability, and grading flexibility in online courses. What’s New? With this update, instructors can now: To enable this feature, select the “Graded” checkbox and then check “Assign graded […]

Accessibility is essential for creating an inclusive learning environment, but even well-meaning instructors can make mistakes that inadvertently create barriers for their students. Below are five common accessibility mistakes found in Canvas and actionable tips for fixing them. 1. Forgetting to Add Alternative Text for ImagesMistake: Uploading images without providing alt text, leaving visually impaired […]

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Spring 2025 Canvas Jumpstart Series on January 3rd and 7th! This two-day training series covered essential Canvas skills and tools to help you create an effective and engaging course. Missed a session? No worries—we’ve got you covered with session recaps, recordings, and resources! Here’s a quick […]