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On the Modules page, lecturers can assign students to an entire module and individual module items from the Modules page. Additionally, the Add Module and Edit Module Settings pages are redesigned as trays. Change Benefit This feature improves the differentiation of Modules to create a more dynamic and adaptive learning environment. Notes: If a student is …
This update streamlines lecturers workflow and improves the ability to differentiate instruction of assignments and discussions. In Assignments and Discussions, an Assign To button is available. In Assignments, Discussions and Quizzes, the Assign To user interface is redesigned in a tray. Additionally, student IDs are displayed alongside student names when available. Note: This update is not available …
Lecturers can assign pages to students and set availability dates. Additionally, lecturers can assign Pages to Mastery Paths. Benefit This update streamlines lecturers workflow and improves the ability to differentiate instructions. Note: Pages cannot be assigned due dates.
In SpeedGrader, lecturers can utilise Rich Content Editor features, such as formatting options and hyperlinks, when drafting comments to provide detailed feedback. This enhancement improves communication by allowing lecturers to emphasize key points and organise information more clearly, making it easier for students to understand and act on the feedback. In SpeedGrader, certain Rich Content …
On the Home page and Course Settings page, the Publish and Unpublish buttons are redesigned as a drop-down menu. Change Benefit This update change improves the user experience by enhancing clarity around a course’s current status. Example On the Home page and Course Settings page, instructors can manage the Course Status using the drop-down menu.
By organising your files into folders and following these tips, you can maintain a well-managed storage area and ensure a smooth experience for your learners. Did you know that there is 210 GB of storage space available for each course in Canvas? While this might seem like plenty of room, it can easily fill up with …
What Turnitin is, and how to use it.
Lecturers should approach AI with an open mind, focusing on its potential to enhance learning rather than rushing to ban it due to concerns about misuse. Embracing AI thoughtfully can lead to improved educational practices and ensure all students have equal access to new technology. Here are some important tips for lecturers to keep in …
The article explains how to turn on and check attendance reports for your Microsoft Teams meetings. It covers how to enable the feature before your meeting and then how to access and download the report afterward to see who attended and for how long. Before Your Meeting After the Meeting
In the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), the art and science of crafting effective prompts is crucial for getting the best results from AI models. This process, known as AI prompt engineering, involves creating, refining, and optimizing prompts to ensure AI tools understand and respond to queries accurately. What is AI Prompt Engineering? AI …
A quick guide on how to use Microsoft Stream to trim a video Stream’s trimming feature is instant way to trim your videos without having to use a different app. Trim is a great way to clean up Microsoft Teams meeting recordings, live event recordings, or any other video where you need to hide a …
Tips on how to present your results at a PC
An introduction about sorting all Canvas courses from user’s All Courses page. As a lecturer, you may have difficulty in finding the right course from your course list, especially when you have taught for several years and have piles of courses with the same names on your Canvas page. Here you can try the Canvas …
You can create a link that allows people to contact you in Teams directly such as ‘Chat with me in Teams’. Clicking on the link will open the Microsoft Teams app and navigate the student directly to a private chat with you. Your link will now open Teams in a new window which will let …
Microsoft Whiteboard is an app available to you through Microsoft 365. You may need to find it under the More apps icon to make it available. Select the Whiteboard app from apps options available, If you just added the app, it will be at the bottom of the list. Microsoft Whiteboard is an app available …
