Welcome to the Canvas Student Orientation tutorial. Canvas is the new state-of-the-art learning management system you will be using in your courses at Franklin Pierce University. To get started, we’ve provided the short video tutorials and guides below to introduce you to some of the important features you will want to know about. We strongly encourage you to explore these resources before your course begins. You are also encouraged to visit the Canvas Help system to access many additional support resources, particularly the Student Guide.

You can also call the Canvas hotline at 866-443-0656 if you have any questions or to report a problem. The Canvas help desk is open 24/7.

Getting Started

The New User Interface

User Account Settings

Notification Preferences

Canvas for Mobile Devices

Coursework

Calendar Overview

Assignments Overview

Assignment Submissions

Quizzes Overview

Grades Overview

Communication

Communication Overview

Conversations (Inbox)

Discussions Overview

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