In this 45-minute workshop, participants will learn how to create assignments and create grade calculations. It will start with an introduction the Canvas Assignments Index, in which assignments and grade calculations are built. Next, participants will see how to share assignments with students in their course modules. Participants will also view a demonstration of grade calculations based on weighted grades and running point totals. The session will conclude with a look at how the Canvas Gradebook presents grades to the instructor and students.

Session Agenda

Assignments Index

  • Introduction to the Assignments Index
  • Creating Assignments in the Assignments Index
  • Adding assignments to Modules
  • Creating Assignments in Modules

Assignment Groups

  • Introduction to Assignment Groups
  • Creating Weighted Grades with Assignment Groups
  • Creating Running Point Totals
  • Gradebook Views of Weighted Grades and Running Point Totals

Wrap-Up

  • Questions?