Designing effective online courses begins with clear, measurable outcomes that guide the selection of learning activities and assessments. When these elements are aligned, students can more easily see the purpose behind their work and stay focused on what matters.
Structure also plays a key role. Organizing content into consistent modules within Canvas helps students navigate your course confidently and reduces cognitive load.
To learn more, visit the Instructional Design Village in Canvas, a curated repository of resources, examples, and tools maintained by the instructional design team.
For technical help, Canvas provides 24/7 support, available from within the help menu directly within the system. ITS also provides 24/7 support as well as a searchable knowledge base.
For guidance on accessibility visit our partners, the Assistive Technology Initiative. The ATI provides direct assistive technology assessment, captioning, and support services to help ensure content is accessible and available for all students.
For guidance on academic integrity, the Office of Academic Standards provides guidance to foster an environment of trust, respect, and scholarly excellence.