Stop wrestling with settings and start streamlining your workflow. This hands-on session explores the ins and outs of creating and assigning Canvas Assignments so you can spend less time troubleshooting and more time teaching. Key Topicsđź“‹
Creating an Assignment: Learn how to use the Rich Content Editor (RCE) to provide clear instructions, embed videos, or attach supporting documents.
Submission Types: Explore your options—from file uploads and text entries to website URLs and "on-paper" tracking.
Dates and Deadlines: Master the difference between Due Dates (when it's expected) and Availability Dates (when students can see or turn it in).
Google Assignments External Tool: Learn how to implement the Google Assignments external tool to assign Google Drive template documents to students—just like previously done in Google Classroom!
đź’» Hands-on workshop time is embedded into this session; remember to bring your OPS device and charger!
In Canvas, Modules and Pages serve as the structural backbone of your digital classroom. This session focuses on how to organize your content so that students can navigate your course intuitively and access materials without confusion. đź“‹ Key Topics
Module Organization: Learn how to use Modules to categorize and sequence your content logically.
Effective Page Design: Master the Rich Content Editor (RCE) to create central hubs for lessons, combining text, images, and video in one place.
đź’» Hands-on workshop time is embedded into this session; remember to bring your OPS device and charger!
Ashley joined Instructure with 14 years of deep-rooted experience in education. Having served as an Elementary Teacher, Math Coach, and PK-12 Curriculum Coordinator, she specializes in managing complex, district-wide initiatives—including leading the Instructure Learning Platform... Read More →
Wednesday May 27, 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT Room 514
Stop wrestling with settings and start streamlining your workflow. This hands-on session explores the ins and outs of creating and assigning Canvas Assignments so you can spend less time troubleshooting and more time teaching. Key Topicsđź“‹
Creating an Assignment: Learn how to use the Rich Content Editor (RCE) to provide clear instructions, embed videos, or attach supporting documents.
Submission Types: Explore your options—from file uploads and text entries to website URLs and "on-paper" tracking.
Dates and Deadlines: Master the difference between Due Dates (when it's expected) and Availability Dates (when students can see or turn it in).
Google Assignments External Tool: Learn how to implement the Google Assignments external tool to assign Google Drive template documents to students—just like previously done in Google Classroom!
đź’» Hands-on workshop time is embedded into this session; remember to bring your OPS device and charger!
