Canvas

Canvas is a cloud-based, vendor-hosted learning management system (LMS). Based on positive results from pilot studies and campus feedback, Canvas was adopted as the single, centrally supported UW-Madison LMS in 2016. Canvas is part of the Learn@UW suite of learning technologies provided by campus.

Benefits

• Easy-to-use, learner-centered, content-focused design
• Core LMS functionality, such as grading, quizzing, calendaring, discussions and more
• SpeedGrader feature allows simple grading with timely feedback options
• Browser-based interface works on multiple devices
• iOS and Android apps for students and instructors
• Frequent feature and tool updates
• Graphic analytics reporting engine
• Robust notifications
• Integrated with Kaltura MediaSpace, Zoom, Piazza, Top Hat, Google Apps and many other external tools
• Holistic integration of learning outcomes, rubrics and grading
• Rich, multimedia feedback options (including text, audio and video commenting in messages, assignments, course discussions, graded work and grade submissions) — without downloading and re-uploading files
• Integration with the university’s Student Information System (SIS) to provide auto-creation of courses and rosters
• Easy access to the Canvas Commons learning object repository to share and collaborate on course content
• High-quality end-user documentation in the Canvas Community

Getting Started

To log in to Canvas, visit canvas.wisc.edu.

Available To

SMPH Faculty, Staff and Students