Level Up Your Canvas Skills: Training, Tips, and Accessibility Resources
Getting comfortable with Canvas is key to delivering a smooth and engaging learning experience, whether you’re just getting started or looking to sharpen your skills. CELTT has put together a range of sessions and resources to make sure you and your students are ready to hit the ground running this semester.
- Canvas Essentials for New Users
New to Canvas? This session is for faculty who haven’t yet taught in UBalt’s Canvas LMS. We’ll cover everything from setting up your courses to creating assignments, quizzes, and discussions. Plus, you’ll learn the ins and outs of managing grading and organizing content. By the end, you’ll be ready to confidently build and manage your courses in Canvas.
Click here to register for this training on September 6, 2024 at 12:00 PM. - Canvas Beyond the Basics: Tools and Strategies for Experienced Users
Already know your way around Canvas? This session will help you level up your skills with advanced strategies for organizing content, using Canvas analytics, and integrating tools within the Rich Content Editor. Bring your questions and interests—this session is all about taking your Canvas knowledge to the next level.
Click here to register for this training on September 5, 2024 at 11:00 AM. - Canvas Student Training
For students, we’re offering training to help them get the most out of Canvas, too. Whether they are first-time users or just need a refresher, these sessions will guide them through accessing courses, personalizing your profile, adjusting notifications, and more. Students can join this training on Tuesday, September 3, 2024 at 6:00 PM or Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 10:00 AM. - New Accessibility Resource Site in Canvas
Creating accessible content isn’t just about compliance—it’s about ensuring that all students can engage with your materials. Check out our new Accessibility Resource Site in Canvas, where you’ll find everything from tutorials on using the UDOIT Accessibility checker to tips on best practices for making your content inclusive. This fall, we’ll also be offering training sessions on how to use these tools—stay tuned for more details. Need help right away? Submit a ticket, and the CELTT team will be there to assist.
Let’s make this semester one where everyone can succeed, starting with the right tools and resources in Canvas.
