Note: This is the fifth of five sections of a Canvas Spotlight series on Grading in Canvas. Below is a list of the other sections: A well-organized course can be the difference between a student who feels confident in their ability to succeed and a student who feels lost, unsure of what matters, and tempted […]
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The CTLD has launched a new AI Literacy training to help students understand what generative AI tools, such as MS Copilot and ChatGPT, can and cannot do, and how to use them responsibly in academic and professional settings. The training includes two optional module-based pathways, Self-Guided and Instructor-Learner Participation, that instructors can add to their […]
To learn how to add the AI Literacy Module to your Canvas Course, check out our tutorial Import the CTLD Student AI Literacy Module into a Canvas Course What’s New The CTLD has launched a new AI Literacy training designed to help students understand what generative AI tools, like ChatGPT, can and cannot do, and […]
Canvas now offers AI-generated discussion summaries for instructors. This feature, called IgniteAI Summaries for Discussions, provides a quick snapshot of student engagement, helping you identify general themes in the conversation. This tool is not a replacement for thoroughly reviewing the discussion yourself, but it can be helpful for spotting trends, gauging participation, and getting a […]
Turnitin is a Canvas-integrated software that can review text submissions from students for plagiarism. You can use Turnitin to ensure academic integrity in your course in the same way you may have used Unicheck or SafeAssign. Activating Turnitin is done on a per-assignment basis and is easy to do while creating the assignment. Please note […]
Lucid for Education can be used to integrate interactive and visual learning tools directly into your course. There are two Lucid tools available under the Lucid (Whiteboard) menu item in Canvas, Lucidspark and Lucidchart. These are referred to as the Lucid Education Suite. Lucidspark is a virtual whiteboard tool that enables students to collaborate on […]
For students and instructors alike, starting a new course can be intimidating. As an instructor, you may not know where or how to begin building the class in Canvas, whereas students may be disoriented if there isn’t a clear place to start or a warm welcome from their teacher. Fortunately, by following the steps outlined […]
Generative artificial intelligence, or GenAI, has taken higher education by storm. Products like Copilot and ChatGPT allow users to enter in simple prompts and generate novel written works that mimic human writing. The CTLD’s collection of resources on GenAI will familiarize you with the basics, including how it works, the implications for education, and even […]
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Indexes serve as bookmarks for a video. You can think of them as custom video chapters for your videos. They allow the viewer to skip through the video to locate sections or topics you create. These are particularly helpful for longer videos or lectures that cover a variety of topics. They can also be helpful […]
Lecturing in class is a live performance. With your students in front of you, you can immediately gauge their understanding of the material by asking them questions or pausing to give them time to reflect. The feedback from students to the instructor, and vice versa, is a valuable part of ensuring learner comprehension. But, how […]