Text Entry: This type of assignment has the student type a response directly into Canvas. It is always a good idea to type the answer to this type of question on a Word document or a Google Doc first. Then, when done, copy and paste the answer into Canvas. It is a good idea to also do this when drafting a discussion response. This will prevent you from losing any work should you lose a connection to Canvas. Here is a video that demonstrates how to submit this type of assignment.
Discussion Response: Teachers often post questions as a Discussion thread. This type of activity requires a student to enter a response in Canvas and frequently requires students to respond to other students posts. Here is a video that demonstrates how to complete this type of assignment.
File Upload: This type of assignment requres a student to upload a saved file from their computer, Google Drive, or 365 account. It is important for a student to know where a file is saved in order to browse to the file. Here is a video that demonstrates how to submit a saved file.
This video demonstrates how to take a picture of work and submit it using a smartphone
This video demonstrates how to use your school computer to take a picture of work and submit the picture to a Canvas assignment