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What Is It?
Adding activities and content into Canvas course. Discussions Overview (Students) - Instructure Community - 383515 (canvaslms.com)
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Assignments
Instructors can create activities that allow students to submit assignments in either online text format or as file uploads.
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Forums
Students and instructors can exchange ideas by posting comments within a discussion thread.
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Quizzes
Instructors can create quizzes or exams using the Quiz feature in Canvas.
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File Submissions
Instructors can set up assignments that enable students to submit files.
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Questionnaire
Instructors can create surveys for data collection using the Canvas questionnaire tool.
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External Tools
Instructors can integrate external learning tools into their Canvas courses.
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Providing Feedback
Instructors can offer feedback on student assignments.
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Grading Assignments
Instructors can grade assignments directly within Canvas.
Signing into Canvas
Navigate to Canvas:
Step 2:
Enter Credentials:
- Input your username and password in accessible fields.
- Select SIGN IN.
- Note: If you cannot log in, contact the IT Help Center via accessible means (e.g., phone or email).
Step 3:
Select Course:
- Use clear headings to find and select the relevant course from the homepage list.
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Adding Content
Step 1:
Navigate to Canvas:
- Use a web browser to visit: Canvas homepage
https://mtech.instructure.com
Step 2:
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Select Modules:
- Click on Modules from the course navigation menu.
Step 3:
Upload Content:
- Select Choose files to upload content, ensuring the button is accessible via keyboard navigation.
select "choose files"
Step 4:
Use the option to add blank content, ensuring all interactive elements are labeled appropriately.
Note: Canvas accepts most media files, but ensure all media has accessible alternatives (e.g., captions for videos).
Step 5:
Upload File
- Choose a destination folder for your uploaded file using a labeled dropdown menu.
Step 6:
- Click the name of the item and select Add Item.
- Ensure to save your changes, using a clear confirmation message.
Save and make sure it is there after exit out
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Assignments
Step 1:
Navigate to Canvas
On your web browser, navigate to your Canvas homepage using the following link:
https://mtech.instructure.com
Step 2:
Open Assignments:
Click on Assignments from the course tab.
From Assignments page you have permissions to add an assignment to a quiz, a discussion, or to have an add on to an existing assignment
Change the type of assignment with the dropdown
Step 3:
Add Assignment:
- Add an assignment using a clearly labeled button.
Step 4:
If saved as a draft it will post with an icon like this
If you wish to publish select this icon
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Forums
Step 1:
https://mtech.instructure.com
Step 2:
Locate Discussions:
- Click on Discussions from the course tab.
Step 3:
View Discussions:
- View discussions and use filters at the top of the page, ensuring all elements are accessible.
Step 4:
Adjust Settings:
- Click the gear icon to adjust settings, with all options clearly labeled:
- Mark posts as read
- Allow students to create topics
- Allow editing/deleting of posts
- Allow attachments
Remember to save settings with clear feedback.
Step 5 : Note:
"Pinned Discussions" = at the top of the page placed by the instructor.
"Discussions" = most recently listed
"Closed comments" = expired availability
Discussion Types:
- Use accessible text to describe different discussion types (e.g., "Pinned Discussions").
Note:
To place a discussion into a different category, drag and drop it by this symbol into category
Step 6:
Discussion Icons:
- Use accessible labels for each icon (e.g., Open/Close Commenting, Pin/Unpin).
- Open or close commenting
- Pin or Unpin
- Duplicate
- Send to another instructor
- Or copy discussion
- Delete discussion
- etc.
-Graded Assignment
-Peer Review
Dates display for graded and due dated assignments 
Subscribe Icon to sub. or unsub. from a discussion
Step 7:
Search Discussions:
- Provide a labeled search field for finding discussions by title, author, or keyword.
Step 8:
Create a New Discussion:
- Use a rich content editor with clear labels for title and content.
- Assign discussions to specific sections with an accessible dropdown.
Add Discussion Title ( to title bar), and Content using the Rich Content Editor box
Select other format options in the Options menu
Step 9:
Once discussion is saved
View Details of discussion and publish or unpublish, edit, view discussion options, search and filter replies of discussion, collaps and expand, subscribe or unsubscribe and lastly, reply to the discussion.
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Quizzes
Step 1:
Access Canvas
Step 2:
Locate Files Tab
- In the Course Navigation, find and click on the "Files" tab.
Step 3:
Upload Files
You can choose to:
- Select "+ Folder" to create a new folder,
- Click "Upload" to submit files directly,
- Use the search feature to find existing files.
Step 4:
Step 4: Select and Upload Files
Choose the file you wish to upload. You can drag and drop your files into the designated area for submission.
Step 5:
Add questions to your quiz in the "questions" tab at the top of the page.
Step 6:
Save: if you want to review/edit the quiz further
Save and Publish: if the quiz is ready for the students
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File Submissions
Step 1:
Access Canvas
Step 2:
Locate Files Tab
- In the Course Navigation, find and click on the "Files" tab.
Step 3:
Upload Files
- You can select "+ Folder" to create a new folder, or click "Upload" to submit files directly. Alternatively, use the search feature to locate existing files
Step 4:
Select and Upload Files
- Choose your new file for upload. Drag and drop your files into the designated area for submission.
And Drop your Uploads (Files)
Note: Your submission will be saved automatically. Please ensure that the file is uploaded correctly before navigating away from the page.
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External Tools
Step 1:
Access Canvas
Open your web browser and navigate to your Canvas homepage using the following link: https://mtech.instructure.com.
Step 2:
Navigate to Modules
In the Courses tab, locate and select the module in which you will be adding an external tool. Click the "+" button to begin adding.
Important Note:
An external tool cannot be saved without a valid URL. Ensure that you have the necessary URL before proceeding.
Using Feedback / Comment
Step 1:
Open your web browser and navigate to your Canvas homepage using the following link: https://mtech.instructure.com.
Step 2:
Navigate to Courses
In the Courses tab, click on "Grades" or "Quizzes," depending on where you wish to leave feedback or comments. This example assumes you are viewing the assignment from a student’s perspective.
Step 3:
Navigate to Courses
In the Courses tab, click on "Grades" or "Quizzes," depending on where you wish to leave feedback or comments. This example assumes you are viewing the assignment from a student’s perspective.
Step 4:
Using Rubrics for Feedback
If you choose to provide feedback using a rubric, note that this option allows for point value feedback only.
Step 5:
Save Your Feedback
After writing your feedback and entering a grade, click "Save changes" to ensure your comments are recorded.
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Grading Assignments
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Step 1:
Access Canvas
Open your web browser and navigate to your Canvas homepage using the following link: https://mtech.instructure.com.
Step 2:
Open Grades
In the Courses tab, select "Grades." Once the grades page opens, you will see options to filter your objectives.
Step 3:
Input Grades
Enter a grade in the designated field next to the relevant assignment.
Step 4:
Review Submissions
Navigate back to the submissions page to view the grades you have entered.
Step 5:
View Student Grades
To view a specific grade, select the student’s name from the list.
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