This checklist will guide you through setting up your UCSB Canvas Minimal Course Template:
- Edit the Homepage:
- Add your Course Name
- Edit quarter and year
- Edit Course Information Section
- Paste your syllabus information or upload a document on the Syllabus page.
- Optionally, create new assignments. Add them to the right module and link them to the weekly overview pages.
- If using peer review assignments, make the “Assignments” link in the Course Navigation Menu available to students
- Optionally, create Classic Quizzes or New Quizzes. Add them to the right module and link them to the weekly overview pages
- Publish all modules and items you wish students to see
- Optionally, create a weighted Gradebook
- If using assignments,
- Adjust the Grade Posting Policy
- Adjust the Course Grading Scheme
Your course is ready! Make sure to publish the course. Once your course is published, send an announcement to welcome your students. If you need any help, please reach out to us at help@collaborate.ucsb.edu
Happy teaching!