Includes information on Canvas, AU's learning management system, for users in a student role.

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Adding a Course to the Dashboard

Courses you want to show in the Courses drop-down menu are called favorite courses. You can favorite any active course that appears on the course list page.

Adding and Removing Courses from the Canvas Dashboard

Users are able to manage the courses that are displayed on their individual Canvas dashboard.

Converting Pictures into a PDF and Submitting them as an Assignment Submission (for Mac)

This article shows users (Mac) how to Combine pictures and convert them into a PDF and then submit the PDF as a Canvas Assignment.

Converting Pictures into a PDF and Submitting them as an Assignment Submission (for Windows)

This article shows users (Windows) how to combine pictures and convert them into a PDF and then submit the PDF as a Canvas Assignment.

Creating a Video Discussion Post (Recording from Webcam)

Using the Kaltura embed tool allows students to record directly from a webcam to discussion post.

Getting Help with Canvas for Students

There are a number of ways for students to get help with Canvas.

Helpful Tools for Tutoring

Zoom, Canvas, and Google Hangouts Meet tools for tutoring.

How to Download All of Your Submissions/Content in Canvas

As a student, you can download all your assignment submissions in Canvas. Submissions are for both current and concluded courses and only include any files that were submitted to fulfill an assignment; they do not include any submissions modified by instructors, such as annotated submissions.

How to embed a Kaltura video and also attach a file/document to an assignment

Students can submit multiple files as a part of an assignment submission.

Installing LockDown Browser on a Mac

Downloading and installing LockDown Browser is an important step in the process of using LockDown Browser. You should only have to download and install LockDown Browser one time and then you are free to use it to take exams.

Installing LockDown Browser on Windows / PC

Downloading and installing LockDown Browser is an important step in the process of using LockDown Browser. You should only have to download and install LockDown Browser one time and then you are free to use it to take exams.

Record Media or Upload Media for Video Assignment (non Kaltura)

This article provides students with instructions on how to submit an assignment with a
media recording submission type. To submit a media recording assignment, you will need
to have a microphone and a webcam if you are also doing video.

Sharing a Google Doc in a Discussion

Students (any user) can share Google links to discussion forums using the share button and changing the viewing permissions.

Sharing a Google Doc with your instructor

This article shows how to share a Google Doc (or Sheet, Drive) link with your instructor

Submitting a Google Assignment

Google Assignments (LTI 1.3) is the current method to allow students to submit Google type files as assignments. If you have worked on a paper, presentation or spreadsheet via Google, then you will need to use Google Assignments (LTI 1.3) to properly submit the assignment

Submitting a Kaltura Video Assignment

Students can submit video assignments using the Kaltura integration in Canvas. While it is possible to record and upload using a mobile device, it is much easier to use a laptop to submit a video assignment.

Submitting a Multi-File Assignment

Select the blue Start Assignment button (or New Attempt button if you have already attempted the assignment and the instructor allows for multiple attempts). Choose the Apps Icon (it looks like a power plug for an electrical device) and select Google Apps. Choose the file you want to add by clicking on the picture of it and then pressing the blue Select button at the bottom left of the window. Press the Embed button. Press enter 2x and repeat the process. When Finished Press Submit Assignment

Submitting an Annoto/Personal Notes Assignment

Using Annoto, students can make personal time-stamped notes and sentiments on instructor videos and then export them and upload them as an assignment submission.

Taking an Exam using LockDown Browser

LockDown Browser is a locked browser for taking quizzes in Canvas. It prevents you from printing, copying, going to another URL, or accessing other applications during an assessment.

Uploading files to Google Drive

This article goes over the basic of Google drive (uploading files, creating folders, removing/deleting files).

Use Google Drive Seamlessly in Canvas as a Student

You've always been able to share content from your Google Drive in Canvas, but now you will be able to do so seamlessly.

Attach a file to Canvas Discussions

Students can attach files do discussion posts using the attach file button.

Uploading a file in Google Drive and making it shareable

PDFs, Google Docs, and other various file formats can be added into Canvas as a shareable link.

Accessing Course Evaluations (Students)

Towards the end of each semester, students are given the opportunity provide instructor and course feedback using EvaluationKIT. Typically there is an EvaluationKIT notification on top of the Canvas Dashboard. Sometimes students will dismiss this notification and then are unable to figure out how they can provide instructor feedback. This article shows the alternative method to access Course Evaluations.