Tohoku University Canvas LMS Guide

1Canvas LMS Screen Overview Overview of main interface features

2Logging In & Viewing Courses How to access and check assigned courses

3Changing Display Language How to change language settings (Japanese/English, etc.)

4Notification Settings Email notification settings for announcements, submissions, etc.

5Checking Student View How to check what students see

6Editing Modules Organizing and posting materials and assignments by session or theme

7Module Publishing Settings Publishing or unpublishing modules and added materials

8Creating Pages Creating instructional pages with text, images, links, etc.

9Copying Course Content Steps to copy content from past or other courses

10Backing Up Course Content How to export course information

11File Management Centralized management of files uploaded to the course (handouts, images, etc.)

12Using Rich Content Editor Text formatting, link insertion, math equations, and editor operations

13Creating Assignments Setting up report/task assignments, deadlines, and submission formats

14Creating Quizzes Creating online quizzes and exams (multiple choice, free response, etc.)

15Creating Rubrics Creating rubrics and using them to grade assignments

16Creating Surveys Conducting surveys and viewing aggregated responses

17Setting Outcomes Branching subsequent learning content based on student mastery

18Grading & Checking Grades Grading with SpeedGrader, bulk grading, and gradebook management

19Creating Announcements Broadcasting course-wide announcements to all students

20Creating Discussions Setting up message boards for discussions and idea sharing

21Group Work Creating groups for collaborative work

22Adding Members Adding course participants such as TAs

23Contacting Course Participants Sending messages to enrolled students and TAs

25Setting Up Mobile App Steps to use mobile app and log in

26FAQ Frequently asked questions and answers from faculty