Workshops & Trainings
How can I learn to use Canvas?
Complete the self-paced workshop: Growing with Canvas
Use your MIDAS credentials to log in to https://canvas.odu.edu/, then click on the Dashboard to open the Growing with Canvas workshop. You’ll learn how to customize and organize your course, how to create activities and assessments, and other important topics.
As you complete the workshop or any other future training, use the Sandbox course available on your Dashboard to practice and test various Canvas features. This Sandbox course is your risk-free playground, where you can learn and test Canvas features without affecting your courses.
Complete the self-paced tutorials and webinars on the Training Portal
Attend CLT's Workshops and Support Sessions
Below find a list of the Canvas workshops offered by CLT during Spring Semester. To register for any of the workshops, please visit the CLT Event System.
Getting Started with Canvas
Getting Started with Canvas | Day | Time |
This introductory workshop will show you how to navigate through Canvas; how to set up your course settings; how to organize your course files; and how to create, upload, and edit content and assignments using the Canvas Rich Content Editor. | May 11, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am |
May 24, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am | |
June 1, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am | |
June 21, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am | |
July 12, 2022 | 1:30pm-3:00pm | |
July 20, 2022 | 10:30am-12:00pm | |
July 27, 2022 | 1:30pm-3:00pm | |
August 2, 2022 | 10:30am-12:00pm | |
August 10, 2022 | 1:30pm-3:00pm | |
August 23, 2022 | 1:30pm-3:00pm |
Canvas Clinic
Canvas Clinic | Day | Time |
In this hands-on workshop, you will receive practical tips and suggestions, and you will troubleshoot problems and exchange ideas. Join this session to explore ideas on how to get started or how to organize and design your course in Canvas. Bring any other questions that you might have. | May 12, 2022 | 10:00am-12:00pm |
May 25, 2022 | 1:00pm-3:00pm | |
June 14, 2022 | 10:00am-12:00pm | |
June 20, 2022 | 1:00pm-3:00pm | |
June 26, 2022 | 10:00am-12:00pm | |
June 28, 2022 | 1:00pm-3:00pm | |
August 3, 2022 | 10:00am-12:00pm | |
August 11, 2022 | 10:00am-12:00pm | |
August 16, 2022 | 1:00pm-3:00pm | |
August 17, 2022 | 10:00am-12:00pm | |
August 23, 2022 | 10:00am-12:00pm | |
August 25, 2022 | 1:00pm-3:00pm | |
August 30, 2022 | 1:00pm-3:00pm |
How to Use and Customize the Canvas Course Template
How to Use and Customize the Canvas Course Template | Day | Time |
This session will guide you through the steps of using and customizing ODU’s Canvas template components. You will learn how to organize your course content, resources, and activities into a consistent and easy-to-navigate format. | June 2, 2022 | 2:00pm-3:30pm |
June 30, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am | |
July 19, 2022 | 2:00pm-3:30pm | |
August 4, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am |
Organize Your Course with Canvas Modules
Organize Your Course with Canvas Modules | Day | Time |
In this hands-on workshop, you will receive practical tips and suggestions to your questions, and you will troubleshoot problems and exchange ideas. Join this session to explore ideas on how to get started or how to organize and design your course in Canvas. Bring any other questions that you might have. | June 7, 2022 | 1:00pm-2:00pm |
August 10, 2022 | 10:00am-11:00am |
Copy Your Canvas Course
Copy Your Canvas Course | Day | Time |
In this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to copy your course content within the same course or from other courses in Canvas. | May 25, 2022 | 10:00am-11:00am |
June 29, 2022 | 10:00am-11:00am | |
July 26, 2022 | 2:00pm-3:00pm | |
August 2, 2022 | 2:00pm-3:00pm | |
August 18, 2022 | 10:00am-11:00am |
Update Your Migrated Courses in Canvas
Update Your Migrated Courses in Canvas | Day | Time |
In this workshop, you will apply a detailed post-migration checklist to ensure that your course is ready for your students. | May 18, 2022 | 10:00am-11:00am |
June 9, 2022 | 10:00am-11:00am | |
July 6, 2022 | 10:00am-11:00am | |
July 28, 2022 | 10:00am-11:00am | |
August 3, 2022 | 2:00pm-3:00pm | |
August 9, 2022 | 10:00am-11:00am |
Create Your New Course in Canvas
Create Your New Course in Canvas | Day | Time |
This workshop guides you through the steps of creating your new course in Canvas. You will learn how to configure your course settings; add, edit, and upload content; and publish your course content. | June 22, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am |
July 7, 2022 | 1:00pm-2:30pm | |
August 18, 2022 | 1:00pm-2:30pm |
Canvas Tips and Tricks
Canvas Tips and Tricks | Day | Time |
This workshop shares some of the hidden gems of Canvas. From un-deleting files to using Gradebook shortcuts, you will learn time-saving strategies and practical tips to help you harness and manage the features of Canvas. | July 27, 2022 | 10:00am-11:00am |
Canvas Assignments and Assessments
Canvas Assignments and Assessments | Day | Time |
This workshop guides you through the steps of creating, editing, updating, and grading assignments and assessment in Canvas. You will also learn about the ODU plagiarism detection tool: Turnitin. | May 31, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am |
July 19, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am | |
August 16, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am |
Canvas Online Discussions: Design Strategies & Essentials
Canvas Online Discussions: Design Strategies & Essentials | Day | Time |
In this workshop, you will learn how to leverage various communication tools to communicate with and to engage your students. From Announcements to email, Canvas provides a number of ways to keep your students informed and engaged throughout the semester. | May 24, 2022 | 1:00pm-2:30pm |
June 23, 2022 | 1:00pm-2:30pm | |
July 13, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am | |
August 24, 2022 | 1:00pm-2:30pm |
Canvas Grades and SpeedGrader
Canvas Grades and SpeedGrader | Day | Time |
This session will show you how to use gradebook and SpeedGrader in Canvas. In addition to learning about the default features of the gradebook, you will learn how to use SpeedGrader to view, annotate, comment and grade assignments using rubrics. | May 26, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am |
July 21, 2022 | 1:00pm-2:30pm | |
August 31, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30am |
Canvas New Quizzes
Canvas New Quizzes | Day | Time |
This session will show you how to use the New Quizzes tool in Canvas. In addition to understanding the differences between the old and the new quizzing tool, you will also learn how to migrate your old quizzes and how to customize your New Quizzes. | June 16, 2022 | 2:00pm-3:30pm |
August 4, 2022 | 1:00pm-2:30pm | |
August 25, 2022 | 10:00am-11:30pm |