Resources for Faculty
Canvas Course Roles in Academic Courses
To support the growing needs of our Canvas community, Academic Innovation has introduced additional Canvas Course Roles in academic courses. Click here to learn more.
Canvas Resources
These resources can help you prepare for your first semester using the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
Use Canvas guides
Canvas provides videos and written guides for instructors. Review new features like New Analytics, Speedgrader, Groups, Assignments, and more!
Download the App
Download the official Canvas instructor apps on your Apple iOS and Google Android devices.
Take a course
All faculty are automatically enrolled in the Be Bold with Canvas self-paced online course. Learn new Canvas functions, earn badges, and discuss with your fellow faculty.
Explore Canvas Commons
Visit Commons for templates and resources created and shared across the university by faculty and staff. Check out resources like the course template and Getting Students Started with Canvas presentation.
Book a consultation
Schedule a one-on-one online consultation with an Academic Innovation team member.
Contact 24/7 support
Use the Help menu in Canvas to access the Live chat or report a problem. You'll also find instructions on how to give us a call or contact accessibility support.
Questions?
Get in touch with our Canvas+Project Team.
Limited Blackboard Access
On August 21, 2023, Blackboard access was limited to ten users at one time. Despite its limited users, Blackboard will remain accessible to faculty at all times to retrieve content, access student submissions and gradebook data.
Deans, department chairs, coordinators, and any stakeholders who need large sums of data can contact the Academic Innovation Service Desk.
