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Build

Kent State Online Design Build Teach

The Build training pathway focuses on technology and provides the foundational knowledge necessary to build a fully online course in the Canvas learning management system (LMS). Starting with a basic knowledge of Canvas tools, you will receive how-to's and best practices to build a high-quality, engaging course with pedagogy in mind.  

Courses

  • Starting Fresh in Canvas

    Starting Fresh in Canvas

    Get started building your course by importing the Kent State Online template, updating your home page, adjusting your course navigation, and sharing welcoming course information in helpful ways. 

  • Deploying Content Through Modules & Pages

    Deploying Content Through Modules & Pages

    Discover how Modules and Pages can be used to create a learning pathway that is clear, consistent, and easy to navigate, while presenting course learning materials such as text, images, readings, videos, links, etc. 

  • Adding Activities and Assignments

    Adding Activities and Assignments

    Explore the basics of how to create assignments, discussions, and quizzes in Canvas, and how to add them to modules, adjust settings, and create and associate rubrics. 

  • Creating Groups and Group Activities

    Creating Groups and Group Activities

    Use the Groups tool to connect your students around learning activities and create collaborative assignments and discussions. 

  • Syllabus, Settings, and Review

    Syllabus, Settings, and Review

    Put the finishing touches on your course by adding your syllabus to the dedicated space in Canvas, adjust settings such as the course card image, grading scheme, and more. Review your course at the end of the build process to be sure it is ready to go for your students!