Anatomy of a Course

Canvas Student Orientation

Anatomy of a Course

Introduction

Canvas is full of tools and features to enhance your learning experience. As a student, you can view content created by your instructor and participate in course assignments and communications. The content and features available for each course are determined by the instructor, so each class may look different.

Main Features

Below are some of the main features in Canvas. Click on a feature to learn more!

Syllabus

Announcements

Files

Modules

Discussions

Assignments

Quizzes

Grades