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Previously, I created a table in which I tried to clarify what settings within Canvas controlled access to a course site for students (Table: Control of Student Access to a Course). At the time it made sense to me, but even after I made it and then returned to it for reference I had to re-orient myself to its structure. Because of this flaw, and also because I never made an accessible version of that document, I set out to make a new document. This time, I decided to use a flowchart format, and to follow it up with an ordered list that would be accessible. So here they are. I hope others out there find them useful.
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My name is Sarah Phinney. I've been involved in the adult and higher education education sectors for a combined 23 years. Twenty years ago, we were delivering distance education by means of loaned VHS cassette tapes, booklets, and one-on-one meetings with students to review their work. How far we have come since then! I've taught and helped manage courses on seven different learning management systems. The journey and those we help educate on the journey is what keeps me motivated.
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