Episode 12: Our Top Canvas LMS Tips and Tricks

Brian and Beth finally sit down to talk about their favorite things in Canvas. They managed to pick different things even though they didn't talk about their choices ahead of recording, so that's a win. Be sure to send us your favorite Canvas tips by emailing [email protected] or by sending a tweet to @ElkhartEdTech.Timestamps0:00 Cold open0:30 Intro0:42 Beth: Modules (and Mastery Paths)Modules allow you to chunk informationMastery Paths let you differentiate tasks based on their skill2:20 Brian: Customize your course navigationUpdate your course navigation in Settings > NavigationDon't forget to save3:20 Use a blueprint or template course to set navigation for all courses in Canvas (admins only)3:44 Beth: Embedding content into pages5:00 Do you know any good podcasts to put in your course?5:27 Brian: The Redirect ToolIn your course, go to Settings > Apps and search Redirect Tool7:00 Beth: Immersive ReaderOnly works through the browser (Chrome, Safari)8:35 Brian: Group assignments and peer review9:50 We're proud of our choices10:06 What's making us happyBeth: Minecraft Education includes Immersive Reader!Brian: Die with me appLinksThe existential chat room app you can only use when your phone is dying - The VergeCustomize your Canvas course menuVisit our podcast on the new website: https://letstalked.techElkhart PDYouTubeTwitterFacebookBlog