Canvas Guides
The Canvas Instructor Guide has over 600 lessons that each answer a question that relates to using the Canvas interface as an instructor. Included below is a selection of lessons that will introduce you to the basics of Canvas usage.
Course Basics
Each course includes various features where you can share course content, hold discussions, assign coursework, grade student submissions, and much more. View the lessons below for some of the basics of Canvas courses.
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How do I create a quiz with individual questions? (Classic Quizzes)
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How do I add and modify text in the Rich Content Editor as an instructor?
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How do I add and modify text in the New Rich Content Editor as an instructor?
Canvas Teacher App
Canvas also has a free mobile app available for iOS and Android that is specifically tailored to instructors. View information about the Teacher app below.
- How do I download the Teacher app on my Android device?
- How do I log in to the Teacher app on my Android device?
- How do I use the Teacher app on my Android device?
You can learn about Canvas through the resource links provided below and become familiar with common terms, features, and other information you may need to have a successful online learning experience.
Canvas Resource Links
If you can’t find the answer in the Canvas Guides, click on the "Help" icon in the left hand sidebar in Canvas.