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Hi, I need to attach a separate rubric for each question in an assignment so the results will sync as separate marks to Sentral markbook. Is this possible? I checked the community and the last query was in 2018 so I am hoping it has changed since the...

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I'm trying peer review out for the first time, and I'd like to know whether I can have the students post their work in a discussion board and let them all look at everything before assigning peer reviews. In other words, if the assignment is due/clos...

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I recently have a question about my grade. So, the canvas student app shows different letter grade with my browser canvas. So, when I go to my course and click "grade" on canvas app, it shows 94% (C+), however, the browser shows 94% (A). And my teach...

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I copied a course for our new 2022 Cohort, updated and published it last Friday, and only enrolled the new students. Two things have occurred which I hope someone can advise on please: One of the 2021 students received a notification of a "new event"...

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When I follow these directions, I get what you see in the attached screenshot. Can you please tell me where I am gong wrong? Thank you!

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Solution Posted: 01-23-2022 View Solution
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When I type in a fraction using the equation editor in RCE it appears small as if it is "in-line" as opposed to full display style. How do I get full size fractions?

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I logged in using my Google account, and the name displayed was in Chinese. Now I must change it into an English name, but I couldn't find anywhere that says "Profile" for me to change the information. I have already changed my Google account name in...

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I've just started using "likes" in my discussions as a way to give students feedback ahead of the discussion due dates, so they know a specific post is going to earn full credit (i.e., I am sort of "pre-grading" their posts using the "like" function)...

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Solution Posted: 01-22-2022 View Solution
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I want to create a quiz that is available for a 24 hour period and requires students to create and submit a pdf response, but only allow each student 2 hours to open and complete the quiz.  Is something like this possible?

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Solution Posted: 01-22-2022 View Solution
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Hi There was a config issue with our Canvas instance that allowed self-registration for a short period of time. This was exploited by some spambots that created a whole heap of accounts with fake names and email addresses. Is there a method of deleti...

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How do I publish a hybrid i. e. "room and zoom" class in canvas to use as a supplement, resource and format?

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Adding a dark mode would make the website more accessible and easier on the eyes. Basically, the background would be black or a darker color than white, and would use less power and be more eco friendly, while also being easier on the eyes.

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I understand the feature: adding an automated signature to email sent via Canvas, is not available. When will it be added? I think it's the least you could do for us faculty, and way overdue. ----copy/pasted signature----Christina Nguyen HungAssociat...

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Solution Posted: 01-22-2022 View Solution
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Hello, We’re looking for a secure way for faculty to send us IRS W9 forms. Is Canvas secure enough for this, where a document will include a social security number? Thanks for any help!Christine

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Solution Posted: 01-26-2022 View Solution
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We used to be able to have students have non University email types and it worked, none it does not.  Can we re-enable this feature?   Bobby  

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Solution Posted: 01-21-2022 View Solution
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I have assignments in PowerSchool that only 4 of my 21 students' grades synced from Canvas. I have checked the categories, due date, name of the assignment, and made sure the sync was toggled on. 

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In the page about starting a microsoft collaboration, it says "Note: If you do not have any existing collaborations, this button will not display in the Collaborations page." It does not say where the button will appear. I cannot seem to find one any...

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Hello I am  a student trying to create a Profile on Canvas but cannot seem to find where to do it.Does this particular institution allow it? It only allows me to upload my photo but there is no option for Bio, etc. Can I please get some assistance? T...

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I am having problems with getting my courses assignments to show up on the monthly calendar. I'm not sure if there is anyway to fix it, but my current courses all have gray boxes beside them and none of the assignment dayes are showing up the calenda...

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I am trying to copy a table that is used for my syllabus. When I copy it in I lose all the formatting. I have seen other teavhrs sites and it has a table that is formatted ncely. How can I do the same without manually filling in the contaents into a ...

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Why does the 'pages' link just go to the home page and require an additional selection to go to the (plural) pages index? You already enter on the home page which you can then edit and you can also go to that through a link. It is clunky to have to c...

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Solution Posted: 01-20-2022 View Solution
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Do Pre-requisites copy over using the Course Import Tool? 

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Solution Posted: 01-21-2022 View Solution
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We are seeing a strange issue with our rosters syncing from Infinite Campus. When a student has a schedule changed before the first day of school, counselors are not able to place an end date on the section enrollment in Infinite Campus. This means t...

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Solution Posted: 01-26-2022 View Solution
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I'm wondering if it's possible to schedule an update to a page. I want to be able to upload class notes and resources ahead of time, but not publish them just yet. The page in question is already published, but I'm working far ahead of where my stude...

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Solution Posted: 01-21-2022 View Solution
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When I am sharing my screen, I can't tell when students join the class. It would help if I could hear a notification that a student has joined.  Thank you for considering this feature.

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Solution Posted: 01-23-2022 View Solution
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Hi, When I hide an item from the Course Navigation setting inside a course it by default only hides from students. There is a way to hide from another user? for example TAs or Teachers? It looks like have a way to do it via API, but that will not be ...

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Is there a way I can manually activate a user?  I have sent her an invite and this was her response "Please let me know if it shows completion on your end. I followed the link and entered my information, but it will not load anything after that it ju...

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