Canvas Help - Student

These videos and descriptions are from our partner Hoonuit. The first time you visit Hoonuit, you may be required to enter your O-Key account information.

 

Canvas is a Learning Management System (LMS) that houses online courses. In this series, you will learn how to access your course, customize your profile, submit assignments, collaborate with classmates, and much more. After viewing this series, you'll be able to focus on your course, instead of the LMS that launches it. 

You’ll learn about:

• Basics
• Navigating courses
• Communication
• Calendar and to-do list

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Videos for Students Using Canvas

Most classes will be taught through the university’s learning management system, Canvas. Canvas is a cloud-based system that can house course materials, facilitate instructional delivery, learning activities, and assessment processes. You can access Canvas through the OSU portal at my.okstate.edu. There you will see your courses listed on the dashboard. The videos below provide you with an overview of Canvas and its commonly used features.

If you have difficulty using Canvas, you can use the 24/7 Canvas Support options on the left navigation panel of your Canvas site. Support options include Live Chat or the Canvas Support Hotline 1-833-742-0661. Live chat with Canvas Support can be accessed using the Help link on the left navigation panel on your Canvas dashboard.

Accessing and Navigating Canvas

 

Submitting Assignments in Canvas

 

Participating in Discussions  

 

Navigating Grades in Canvas

 

 Submitting a Quiz in Canvas

 

Recording Screen using Arc in Canvas

 

Setting up Notifications in Canvas

 

 Video and PDF credit to OSU Institute for Teaching and Learning Excellence on the Stillwater campus.