Jun 14, 2023
Canvas New Quizzes: Frequently Asked Questions
If you are creating a quiz in Canvas, we recommend you use the New Quizzes engine instead of Classic Quizzes. Got questions? Take a look through this FAQ.
Jun 1, 2023
Differences between Canvas Classic and New Quizzes
This article offers a summary of the differences between New Quizzes (now available in Canvas) and Classic Quizzes.
Jun 1, 2023
8 Reasons to Be Excited About Canvas New Quizzes
Canvas has a new quiz engine. Here are 8 reasons why you might be excited about making the move to New Quizzes!
Sep 19, 2022
Keep it active with classroom polling
Learning technologies like Poll Everywhere can help keep your class active and engaging.
Sep 19, 2022
Creating Efficiencies: Grading Discussions in Canvas
Strategies to assist you and your students to have a better experience using Canvas Discussions for learning.
Jun 2, 2022
Using Poll Everywhere to Integrate Formative Assessment in Courses
Poll Everywhere is integrated polling tool at USask. As you begin planning for the fall term, you may be considering how you will make use of formative assessment in your courses, including the use of Poll Everywhere.
Jun 1, 2022
Administering Written Exams via Canvas
Canvas can be used for replicating a “take-home” style of exam in a digital setting. Learn when to use this approach, and how to set it up for a smooth launch at exam time.
Nov 18, 2021
Collaboration technical tools
Tips for how to have students work together using technology.
Sep 17, 2021
Making it Accessible: Turn on Live Captions in Zoom
Make your Zoom meetings more accessible with live captions
Aug 4, 2021
Keep recording when you present content
The shift to remote instruction during the pandemic proved that there is value to recording your lectures. This article dives into why this practice still holds value and how to do it.
Mar 11, 2021
Canvas Integrations Bring New Opportunities For Student Projects
Canvas has options for students to access tools and software with a single sign-on. Learn more about how that works in this article.
Feb 10, 2021
How Students Interact With Your Online Course Predicts Their Success
Understanding how students engage with online materials can help you predict student success.
Feb 1, 2021
Create Groups for Collaborative Learning Spaces in Canvas
How to create and use Groups on Canvas to encourage collaboration, social connections, and active learning.
Nov 8, 2020
How Canvas Supports Learner-Centred Assessment
Explore using Canvas to integrate the Learning Technology Ecosystem Principles. In this one, we look at the "Inclusive of learning-centred assessment" principle.
Nov 8, 2020
How Canvas Tools Can Enable Connection
Using Canvas to help create authentic connections through asynchronous and synchronous activities such as discussions and live collaborations.
Nov 5, 2020
Managing and Facilitating Discussions in Canvas
Once you’ve settled on the why and how of discussions in your course and have set up the initial discussion and guidelines for posting, let students know your plan for how you will be moderating the posts.
Oct 9, 2020
Posting Feedback and Grades in Canvas
Learn how to post grades and feedback for students in Canvas.
Oct 6, 2020
Understanding Timer, Availability, and Accommodation Settings for Canvas Classic Quizzes
Tips and help for Classic Quizzes in Canvas
Sep 23, 2020
What Does a Well-Designed Canvas Course Look Like?
Designing a new course in Canvas? This article will help you create a well-designed course and avoid making mistakes.
Sep 22, 2020
Utilizing Peer Feedback in Canvas
Encouraging students to do peer-reviews on Canvas for higher quality work.
Sep 4, 2020
The What if...'s of Live Zoom Sessions
Are you interested in using Zoom for online, synchronous learning? Here are a few things to consider.
Sep 2, 2020
Remote Breakout Rooms – Facilitating Small Group Discussions and Interactions with Zoom
Using breakout rooms in Zoom effectively to enhance learning activities.
May 22, 2020
Lecture Videos: Keep Them Short
When using Panopto to record lectures and slides, it is important to make multiple short videos rather than one long video.
Mar 17, 2020
Panopto or Narrated PowerPoint
What are the advantages of using Panopto instead of recording your slides in PowerPoint? Learn how to use Panopto to enhance learning.