@LanaBudde This may be a question for your institution as the answer could vary based on how they are using Canvas. In general though (based off how we use it) you can create courses that are not tied to an actual real course and can provide resources for the students you work with. We call these "orgs" but we have orgs for all sorts of purposes outside of direct classroom instruction. Most serve as resources for students and have links and files directed at the target audience. For example, you could have some links to helpful websites that your district uses or even lessons that you would give to students in you were meeting in person so they can access them at home.
Many districts may have a role they can assign you too so you can see the work the students on your case load are working on so you can help supplement or assist as needed. This also may include giving you access to data that can help you assess your students.
I have been working on creating a one-stop-shop by using Canvas for all things. Students appreciate having access to everything they need in one common place so they are not navigating to 10 different places to do work or get resources. Every time we have the opportunity to put something in Canvas, I have been doing it.
Hope this helps!
-Nick
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