Workshop: Did You Know? Exploring New Canvas Features

Date & Time:

March 12th, 2025 – 10:00am to 11:00am Eastern

Workshop Facilitator:

John Scigliano, Faculty Trainer- Learning and Educational Center

Description:

Unlock the full potential of the Canvas LMS with this hands-on workshop designed for educators looking to optimize their online course discussions and grading processes. This session will explore key features such as Discussions and Assigning Options to create dynamic and interactive learning environments. Additionally, attendees will learn how to customize assignment settings to meet diverse teaching and learning needs. The workshop will also cover the Speed Grader Screencast feature, enabling instructors to provide personalized and efficient feedback to students. Whether you’re new to Canvas or looking to refine your skills, this session will equip you with practical strategies to enhance student engagement.

Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this workshop, learners will be able to:

  1. Identify the key features of Canvas, including Discussions, Assigning Options, and the Speed Grader Screencast feature.
    2. Create and manage discussion forums within Canvas LMS.
    3. Customize assignment settings and options to suit different teaching and learning needs.
    4. Utilize the Speed Grader Screencast feature to provide effective and personalized feedback to students.

Location:

Online Zoom

Registration:

To Register for the course, visit – https://nova.traincaster.com/app/Login.pm?course_code=LECDYK03122025, select Traincaster, log in, and then click on Classroom Schedule.

 

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