Getting Started with Canvas as an Observer Flowchart

This flowchart provides a brief summary for how to start using Canvas as an observer or parent.

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Flowchart titled "Getting Started with Canvas as an Observer" outlines the steps for parents or designated observers to access and monitor a student’s Canvas activity. It begins by determining if the observer already has a Canvas account; if not, they can sign up for a free account or accept an invitation from a course. Next, they log in to Canvas through a browser or the Canvas Parent mobile app for iOS or Android. Observers then link their account to a student by entering a pairing code generated from the student’s account, after which they can view the student’s courses from the dashboard. From there, they can navigate courses, view grades, use the calendar, adjust notification preferences, and set alerts or reminders through the mobile app. The flowchart also lists related resources and help links to the Canvas community, observer guides, and mobile app documentation for further assistance.Flowchart titled "Getting Started with Canvas as an Observer" outlines the steps for parents or designated observers to access and monitor a student’s Canvas activity. It begins by determining if the observer already has a Canvas account; if not, they can sign up for a free account or accept an invitation from a course. Next, they log in to Canvas through a browser or the Canvas Parent mobile app for iOS or Android. Observers then link their account to a student by entering a pairing code generated from the student’s account, after which they can view the student’s courses from the dashboard. From there, they can navigate courses, view grades, use the calendar, adjust notification preferences, and set alerts or reminders through the mobile app. The flowchart also lists related resources and help links to the Canvas community, observer guides, and mobile app documentation for further assistance.

 

Last update: 2025-10-02

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