Canvas
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Overview
The Canvas Learning Management System helps professors and students connect and enhances the overall classroom experience. Access course documents, supplementary materials and assignments, and receive feedback from instructors and peers.
Canvas for Instructors
Canvas for Instructors
Learn more about using Canvas as an instructor at ODU.
Canvas Teacher mobile app (for instructors)
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Course Tools
Find information about all of the tools and integrations available in Canvas at ODU.
Canvas Instructor Resources
Browse information provided by Canvas just for instructors.
Canvas QuickStart Guide
Need to find instructions about basic Canvas tasks? This guide has all the essentials, condensed into just two pages.
Canvas Overview (Instructors)
In this video from Canvas, you will learn about the Canvas Dashboard, sidebar, Global Navigation menu, and course interface.
Growing with Canvas (Teacher Training)
This self-directed course available within Canvas has some great information to get you started.
Online appointments with the ITS Help Desk
Book a 30-minute virtual session with an ITS technician to go over any issues or questions you have about Canvas.
Canvas for Students
Canvas for Students
Learn more about using Canvas as a student at ODU.
Canvas Student mobile app
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Training by ARC
The Academic Research Center offers one-on-one coaching sessions for students who need help navigating Canvas.
Canvas Student Resources
Browse information provided by Canvas just for students.
Canvas Overview (Students)
In this video from Canvas, you will learn about your Canvas Dashboard and Global Navigation links. You’ll also learn about navigating a course and accessing assignments.
Passport to Canvas (Canvas Student Orientation)
This course provides everything you need to know about using Canvas in your classes. It’s available to everyone at ODU, but you have to be logged in to view it.
Get Help
ITS Help Desk
Contact the ITS Help Desk if you have technical issues with Canvas.
Canvas Community
Search for help among the guides and resources available in the Canvas Community.