Canvas Overview

Want to know how to get around in your CANVAS course? Check out this video to learn how to navigate your online/hybrid course!

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Using the Canvas Student App

In this video you will learn how to use the Canvas Student app.

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If you decide to use the mobile, keep in mind that the Canvas app has very limited functions. Even though there will be times when accessing Canvas with the app feels more convenient, there are some things you won’t be able to do in the app.

Keep in mind that even though navigation in the app is slightly different from the web version, you’ll still need to make certain to access everything through the modules!
If your course has a page where you need to "Edit" the page to write your ideas on the ‘wiki’ page, you will not be able to do this in the Canvas app. You can view the page but not edit it… You’ll need to access Canvas directly through a web browser.
When submitting assignments, press "Start Assignment" then press "Submit Assignment". Please do not submit your work as a comment or email to your instructor – you will only get credit for work submitted through the assignment!
Past students have reported that submitting to discussion boards and completing quizzes is not always reliable, so if you do this type of work through the app, double check with a desktop/laptop.
If you need to complete class work on your phone, past students recommend accessing Canvas through your phone's browser and changing the browser setting to "Desktop Mode."

Be Aware

Chromebooks are treated as mobile devices like smartphones and tablets; you may not have full functionality on the devices. Review our campus computer availability as needed.
Some courses may require students to complete work that requires a webcam and microphone, but the assignment type or tool does not have full functionality on mobile devices. Communicate with me to navigate this situation.