Canvas for Instructors

Welcome! We want you to feel completely confident as you build your digital learning environment. To get you there efficiently, we’ve outlined two streamlined pathways for you to follow, backed by a curated library of resources for quick reference.

Information Services and Technology

Quick Canvas Tutorial

Which branch should you follow?

If you can get a course copy from colleagues who have taught the course before, you can follow the left branch. However, you may still need to use parts of the right branch to adjust or add new items.

If you don’t have a course copy, you’ll need to build the course from scratch. However, you don’t need to include every part, as your course may not require all components.

Use the Knowledge Base (KB) articles and video links for step-by-step instructions!

Access Canvas

(KBVideo)

Set Up Your Profile and Notifications

(KB)

Learn Canvas Accessibility Basics

(KBVideo)

I already have the content

Import Content

(KBVideo)

Please also check the following items to make sure the imported content works as expected:

I don’t have the content yet

Upload the Syllabus

(KBVideo)

Create and Publish Announcements

(KB)

Create Discussions

(KBVideo)

Create Assignments

(KBVideo)

Create Quizzes and Configure Settings

(KBVideo: New QuizzesVideo: Classic Quizzes)

Upload Files

(KB)

Create Modules and Add Items

(KBVideo: Add a ModuleVideo: Add a Module Item)

Set Up Course Navigation Links

(KBVideo)

Publish Content and Ensure Availability

(KBVideo: Publish a CourseVideo: Publish a Module)

Deepen Your Canvas Expertise

Looking for advanced pedagogical tools, specific feature configurations, or troubleshooting assistance? The Digital Learning team has curated an extensive library of step-by-step articles, video tutorials, and best practices designed specifically for NJIT faculty.