Create a Course Presence in Canvas, if You Do Not Already Have One

1. Post Your Syllabus in Canvas

Option 1: Post your syllabus as a Canvas syllabus

TIP: If you will need to make due date adjustments or content revisions, be sure to make those adjustments on the syllabus to avoid potential confusion.

2. Post Remaining Course Content in Canvas

Option 1: Build out remaining course content as modules

Option 2: Add remaining course content as files

3. Publish Your Canvas Course

Publish your course, otherwise students will not be able to access it! If using modules, be sure to publish each module and each page.

4. Create a Asynchronous Lecture Recording or Host Lectures Synchronously

Create a Asynchronous Lecture Recording

Asynchronous lecture recordings are recommended, as they are less prone to technical glitches and allow students more flexibility to meet scheduling challenges.

Option 1: Record your lectures using Kaltura Capture and post the recordings on Canvas for students to independently view.

Option 2: Record your lectures on an iPad using the built-in screen recording feature and upload the recordings from your iPad to Canvas.

IMPORTANT NOTE: All media must be closed captioned to meet accessibility guidelines. See Ordering/Editing Captions in My Media on Canvas for instructions on requesting and editing captions.

TIP: If you record your lectures and post them, be sure to specify a deadline for viewing the lecture.

Host Lectures Synchronously

Option 2: Host synchronous lectures using Zoom or Canvas Conference (video tutorials are located below). Zoom is the preferred conferencing solution and will give the best performance.

Be sure to review the ITS Privacy and Videoconferencing page to familiarize yourself with privacy matters related to hosting synchronous video conferences.

TIP: If you are not familiar with hosting synchronous sessions, learn about moderator tools/controls on these help guides:

Managing Participants in Zoom

Moderating Tools in Canvas Conferences

TIP: If using Zoom, it is recommended to download the Zoom app because more features are available within the apps, but instructors and students can use the browser versions, if the app cannot be downloaded

User Limits When Using Video Conferencing

Zoom: 300 users

Canvas Conferences: 150 users (less than 100 recommended)

TIP: When scheduling video conferences select the option to turn off all participant cameras upon entry to the meeting. This will alleviate potential connection issues.

Scheduling and Launching Zoom within Canvas

TIP: If you decide to host synchronous lectures, host the session at the same time as the scheduled class time, or survey your students to find an alternative time.

5. Create Assignments in Canvas

Post written assignments using the Assignments tool.

TIPS:

Make sure that you indicate the assignment will be submitted online, and choose the “file upload” option for the submission type.

Be sure deadlines are prominently posted and be sure students know how to submit work.

Add a rubric to the assignment.

6. Make a Plan for Remaining Exams and Quizzes

Option 1: Set up quizzes/exams using the Quizzes tool.

TIP: If you need to administer a high-stakes exam, consider using a time limit, hiding student quiz responses, and using question groups to randomize questions.

7. Assess Work in the Canvas Gradebook or Using Speedgrader

Option 1: Use gradebook

Option 2: Use speedgrader

TIP: Remote instruction requires instructors to plan feedback opportunities. Consider using Discussions or hosting remote office hours via email.

8. Review Additional Resources for New Canvas Users

Instructor Readiness Canvas Course Checklist

Canvas Quick-Start Tutorial

Instructor Self-paced Canvas Course

Contact the ITS Service Center for additional questions or support needs.