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I uploaded a power point to my CANVAS course and my student told me that since they don't have power point on their PC, they cannot open the power point. What should my student do in order to open the powerpoint?
I am instructor at a community college in Virginia. I have implemented a late penalty for my course (3% per day up to a zero). This late penalty works as expected for all of my assignments and discussion boards that DO NOT USE the checkpoint grading option. What do I mean that it does not work? It DOES apply the late…
How can I display the correct answer (not the accepted answer) for formula questions with tolerance in New Quizzes? Scenario: * Correct answer from formula: 0.9001 * Tolerance: +/- 0.1 (forgives rounding errors across 8 calculation steps) * Accepted answer from student: 1.0 (accepted as correct due to tolerance) Problem: *…
Hi I'm fairly new to uploading rubrics to Canvas but I have finally figured out the format for importing rubrics. However, I have read somewhere (but can't now find where) that you can remove the free-form comments boxes underneath each criterion? We are not asking markers to write a comment on each criterion, just overall…
Professor graded my lab. When I look in canvas, the lab does not have a green checkmark next to it. When I open the lab, the grade is 100. I can't move on to other parts of the module because it is locked by this lab. Lab is graded on professor's end. What can I do about this?
Is there a relatively easy way to unpublish or lock entire modules, INCLUDING THEIR ASSOCIATED ASSIGNMENTS & QUIZZES, during certain hours? For example, I only want students to be able to access modules, pages, assignments, etc. during school hours (8:30-3:30). Outside of those hours, I do not want students to be able to…
We are team teaching Geometry in Canvas. Sometimes we have new students enrolled. We have set the team course such that students must click through the lessons before they can go to the next lesson. When we have a new student come in, we skip prior assessments for that student so that they can start where the other…
My instructor has the homework listed however it is not pulling up for me to complete it. Please fix it
How does your institution handle weighted gradebooks and students transferring in? I'm at a k-12 school system so we have students transferring in all the time. I'm not sure how to import their transfer grade and keep the grade fair.
I teach several sections of the same Subject. I want to offer Group submissions [with individual marking of Group members] on the same subject matter. How do I use Group Assignment that is asking for name of a Group Set? What does Group Set mean?
The Canvas Klatch is an online office hour open to all members of the Instructure Community. It started as an office hour for the courses I teach for CVC@ONE: Introduction to Teaching with Canvas Advanced Techniques with Canvas Online Teaching and Design Equity & Culturally Responsive Online Teaching Humanizing Online…
Whether you’re new to Canvas or looking to expand your skills, each Klatch session offers a welcoming space to share ideas, ask questions, and learn from one another. As a K12 Canvas Admin and Technology Instructional Specialist, I am passionate about helping teachers simplify their workflow, make the most of their time,…
Live Webinar The Future of Video Search in Canvas: How AI Is Changing the Way Students Learn March 25, 2026 | 9 AM MT / 11 AM ET Video is no longer just something students watch—it’s how they study, review, and prepare. Join experts from Instructure and Panopto to explore how institutions are transforming video in Canvas…
Rethinking K–12 science learning? Join NORC at the University of Chicago and Instructure on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 9 AM MT for a live webinar. Learn how intentional use of technology can boost engagement, equity, and instructional impact—without overburdening your resources. Register now for this research-backed,…
The Instructure Community Developers Group is gathering to meet some fellow developers of Canvas customizations and external tool integrations. Discuss projects you're working on, success stories of past projects, and things you may be struggling with. Request to join the Instructure Community Developers Google Group to…
Discover how New Quizzes gives you more powerful tools to assess student learning while actually saving you time. This session focuses on faculty-favorite features, including AI-powered question creation and enhanced support and settings. We’ll demonstrate how to provide more flexible accommodations and use richer data to…
Unlocking the Power of Custom Created ProductsEvery district has unique needs that go beyond the standard catalog. Join us to explore the versatility of Custom Created Products and how to leverage this feature to capture the full scope of your district's educational tools. Whether you are tracking non-digital resources or…
Join Us for Carolinas Canvas Connect 2026 at UNC-Chapel Hill! Hi Everyone! Are you ready to connect with fellow educators and tech leaders in the Carolinas? We are thrilled to invite you to Carolinas Canvas Connect, an immersive one-day event dedicated to exploring the future of Higher Education and the latest innovations…