Canvas LMS Course Design: Create and deliver interactive online courses on the Canvas learning management system , Second Edition

Ryan John

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eBook May 2021 292 pages 2nd Edition

Ryan John

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eBook May 2021 292 pages 2nd Edition

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Simplify online and hybrid learning with Canvas with the help of this updated second edition
Discover best practices to engage with students as they complete assignments and receive feedback through the Gradebook
Follow clear directions to use Canvas tools and features for your educational requirements

Description

Canvas is an online learning management system (LMS) and one of the most powerful teaching tools that educational institutions worldwide have adopted thanks to its streamlined functionality, intuitive user interface, and robust features. This revised second edition of Canvas LMS Course Design will show you how to design, create, and teach engaging classes in online, hybrid, or fusion settings using the Canvas LMS. The book will guide you through the steps of setting up your Canvas account, creating activities and assignments, designing and customizing the course layout, and teaching your course. Whether you're using an institutional or Free-for-Teacher account, you'll be able to use Canvas for grading, feedback, and communication with and between students. As you progress, you'll learn how to integrate external apps and services with Canvas. Finally, the book features an exclusive section detailing how you can use Canvas' built-in resources as well as other resources to tackle challenges while working with the LMS. Throughout, this book will give you the technical knowledge you need to create unique learning experiences for students. By the end of this Canvas LMS Course Design, you'll be able to successfully teach online with the help of logical descriptions and step-by-step screenshots that clearly explain how to build a phenomenal course.

Who is this book for?

This book is for educators who want to use Canvas to deliver instructions in online, hybrid, or fusion teaching models. Whether you’re new to online learning or a seasoned expert, you will be able to learn both the primary functions and the advanced features of Canvas with this book. As a minimum, beginner-level experience with online learning is required given the widespread implementation of distance learning due to the pandemic.

What you will learn

Understand online learning as a powerful and unique tool for student growth
Create, access, and personalize your user account and profile settings in Canvas
Generate, upload, and import course content for students to engage with as participants in your courses
Design and sequence the content of your course to present information and activities with clarity and simplicity
Discover expert techniques for designing a curriculum and creating activities
Explore Canvas features that meet your educational needs, such as online assessments and content delivery

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allison K. Aug 26, 2021

Product is helpful and guiding me to make an effective CANVAS platform for my students!!

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Frank E Abrahams Jul 02, 2021

Ryan John has written an easy-to-read step-by-step guide to CANVAS. Systematically and logically, he describes the many features of this popular course management system with clear screenshots. Even the teacher with limited experience with technology will have no difficulty designing and managing a course rich with student discussions, posting assignments, including video, creating rubrics, weighting assignments, recording grades, and attendance. Teachers learn how to post and send messages to an entire class or separately to individual students. Ryan explains how to adapt CANVAS and use it effectively for in-person face-to-face instruction, totally remote instruction online, or a hybrid combination of some class meetings online and some face-to-face. He even discusses the modifications one needs if most students are face-to-face in the classroom, but a few students watch the course from a remote location on ZOOM. He calls this modality “fusion.” As an experienced CANVAS user, I found many new features that will enhance the delivery of instruction within the course. This book should sit by your computer this summer as you prepare your fall courses. Having it close by will ensure that you can quickly find the solutions to any course design challenges you may face. It will also be very useful as a reference throughout the teaching of the course. Bravo CANVAS and bravo Ryan John.

JM Jun 30, 2021

I wish I would have had this guide when we were thrust into zoom world. While many things are intuitive about major aspects, others require hunting and experimentation. This book is incredible in terms of its organization, clarity and EASE OF USE. As soon as I received, I found three (!!!!) answers to things that I could never figure out. For those of us who are not "computer intuitive" this book is a "God-Send." While I believe my courses are fairly well organized, this book give me clear instructions with SCREEN SHOTS to use what I consider "hidden features" of Canvas. The writing style is crystal clear and direct. The book is surprisingly non-intimidating! I will be recommending this book to all my friends and colleagues who are "Canvas Challenged" BRAVO to the Author!!! Everyone in Education should own this book!James Jordan, Ph.D.

Ahsanul Karim Aug 09, 2021

Ryan John has written an excellent reference for those who want to learn Canvas quickly. Our school is considering moving to Canvas from another LMS system and I am one of the people evaluating the system. I like the fact that you can follow the book with either an institutional account or a “Free for Teachers” account, and Ryan gives clear examples for both. I am using the free account and I appreciate the clear direction given. Whether you are an educator, a school administrator, or an IT person needing to learn Canvas quickly to support your institution, I believe this book will help you immensely. This book is very good for educators, as not only does Ryan talk about how to do something, but why do it a certain way. His instructions in the book are purpose-driven. He talks about making the Canvas experience better for students and that should be the goal of any teacher designing a page and content on Canvas. Ryan, thank you for creating this wonderful book!

Jeff Jul 05, 2021

This book is a great resource for any educator or learning professional. It includes excellent step-by-step screenshots and extremely helpful tips and tricks. (I think the screenshots are immensely helpful for anyone new to Canvas.) I often find myself training new users and I found this guide to be straightforward and easy to follow. Perfect for everyone! It is important for me to note that the publisher provided a review copy of this book.

Canvas LMS Course Design: Create and deliver interactive online courses on the Canvas learning management system , Second Edition

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