[ARCHIVED] Setting up a course user who can't see grades

[csgirl]

I am an instructor and am trying to show my course organization and materials to a fellow instructor. Is there a way to add him to the course so he can see the modules and files but not see student information such as grades or submitted work?

[kmeeusen · Accepted solution]

Hi @csgirl 

If you school has not restricted your ability to add users to your course, you could add your colleague as an observer, then they can see content, but not  students submissions, grades etc. Learn how at How do I add a user to a course?

If this permission has been restricted, you will need to have your school's Canvas Support Department add the other teacher.

I hope this is helpful,

Kelley

[kmeeusen · Accepted solution]

Hi @csgirl 

If you school has not restricted your ability to add users to your course, you could add your colleague as an observer, then they can see content, but not  students submissions, grades etc. Learn how at How do I add a user to a course?

If this permission has been restricted, you will need to have your school's Canvas Support Department add the other teacher.

I hope this is helpful,

Kelley

[csgirl]

Thanks. I thought the Observer role was for parents. The documentation says observers are paired with students and can see the information  for that student. Is it possible to create an observer that is not paired with a student?

[gnoack · Accepted solution]

Hi @csgirl 

My understanding is that the observer role can be linked to a parent, but it isn't required  in order to use that role. 

If that observer role doesn't work for your needs, your Canvas admin can create a new unique role and set the permissions as desired. 

https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Admin-Guide/What-user-roles-and-permissions-are-available-in-Canv...