Tag: Canvas

What are New Quizzes? New Quizzes is a new quiz engine that integrates directly with Canvas as an alternative to the classic quizzes functionality that is already available. This new engine offers many ways for instructors to create engaging quizzes for your courses, from features you are already familiar with to new and improved ones […]

Canvas’s Announcement tool is an excellent way for instructors to increase their presence in an online course. Unlike material incorporated into modules, announcements are timely notifications that can be used in a variety of ways. As the semester begins, think about how you might incorporate regular announcements to connect with students. Announcements can let learners […]

Simple Syllabus is a centralized syllabus repository system that utilizes templates for syllabus construction. The templates ensure that instructors include required syllabus information, such as mandatory Clemson University syllabus policies, while providing an easy means for adding and editing their syllabus content. Simple Syllabus is integrated with Canvas, so learners will be able to see […]

Whether you’re developing a new course or refreshing an old one, the Faculty Resource Center (FRC) in Canvas is here to help. Created by Clemson Online, the FRC is a self-enrollable Canvas course designed to support Clemson University faculty in building effective, accessible, and engaging learning experiences, especially in online and blended environments. What You’ll Find Inside […]

Did you know Canvas provides for three main types of graded assessments? They are Quizzes, Discussion Boards, and Assignments. All of these that are marked to be graded will appear in the Assignments tab of the course navigation menu. Anything with a due date will appear in the course calendar. Any component you wish to […]

On Wednesday, May 28, Digital Learning Strategist Millie Tullis presented a series of time-savers for building content, grading, and engaging with students in Canvas. Participants learned several tips for making their teaching lives easier, including the following:  To see how to implement these tips and many more, watch our Workshop Wednesday video recording for May […]