The learning management system (LMS) is a powerful tool that can impact and enhance students' overall learning experience.
This session will look at how the student experience can be enhanced through Canvas. Participants will explore the different ways of setting up a Canvas subject – from setting up assignments and modules to basic page structure. Using two sample subjects, participants will have the opportunity to critically evaluate and discuss best practice design to deliver the optimal student learning experience.
Who should attend:
- Staff who teach into or support blended or fully online subjects and would like to restructure their content in Canvas
- Staff who are eager to explore online learning activities
Learning Outcomes
- Compare various ways of setting up learning activities and materials
- Recognise how to best utilise the features in Canvas for blended learning and fully online subjects
- Understand best practice techniques and tips for reshaping content in Canvas
Presenters:
Vebica Evans | Learning Environments
When not going quietly mad from working from home, Vebica is your go-to-person for pedagogy and technology enhanced learning advice. Vebica has over 16 years experience working in education across multiple roles from teaching to educational support, across several tertiary institutions. Vebica has special interest in humanising the online teaching experience and loves all things under the umbrella of learning design.
Nathan Grieve | Learning Environments
Nathan is a Learning Designer at Learning Environments. He has supported staff across multiple Faculties with their migration to Canvas, and with FlexAp subjects. He is interested in learning new technologies and discovering new approaches to online learning.
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Please note: This session is open to University of Melbourne staff only
