Embedded Files
Discussions Overview
Discussions Overview
Discussions
Discussions
Discussions in Canvas are a great tool to have students provide peer feedback. Students can insert media files (images or videos) in the discussion post to have others see their product. There are many settings that you can customize as the teacher for how you want your discussions to function.
*Below is an example of a discussion thread & my response using a media file.
Discussions Redesign
Discussions Redesign
Updated July 2024: Discussions Redesign
Canvas is giving Discussions a new look with new features! The Canvas Discussions redesign will offer:
Cleaner UI for accessibility
Flexible viewing options, including inline and split view
Reply reporting with notifications to instructors
Quoting functionality
Improved search with highlighting
Full and partial anonymous graded Discussions
Additional sorting and filtering options for users
Available Resources from Canvas
Instructional Video: This brief video provides an overview of the new features and changes that users can expect to see in the Discussions Redesign. You can watch it here.
Two-Page Guide: This concise document explains which features have changed, and includes tips to assist you in leveraging the new features effectively. You can download the guide here.
User Guides: We have created detailed “How-To” user guides for both the student and teacher roles. You can find supplemental resources for those using the Canvas Student (iOS/Android) and Canvas Teacher (iOS/Android) apps as well.
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