About Canvas
Canvas is a cloud-based learning management system (LMS) that can be used as an additional space for instruction, a communication hub for students, as well as a place to collect, grade and track assignments.
Canvas Features
- Simplified course creation and navigation
- Mobile applications for both instructors and students
- Easy collaboration and communication with students
- Efficient assignment grading with SpeedGrader
- Integration with other teaching and learning applications
- Learn about Canvas' latest updates and feature options
Get Started
- Most official Canvas courses are created automatically. Learn more about automatic course creation in Canvas.
- If your academic course isn't in Canvas, you can create it manually by following the Create a Course Tutorial.
- Course changes and cross-listing can be requested as needed, review the Request Course Change Tutorial to learn more.
- Faculty can also explore Canvas in their Sandbox, listed on their Canvas Dashboard after logging in. If you do not have a Sandbox, complete the Sandbox Course Request form. Community Courses that are not connected to an official CU Boulder course can be requested through the Community Course Request form.
How to get support
For support, including one-on-one consultations or requests for departmental trainings, please contact the IT Service Center at 303-735-4357 or oithelp@colorado.edu. You can also fill out our consultation request form. For additional assistance, visit our Canvas Help or Canvas Student Support pages.
Student Data & OIT Services
The University of Colorado uses a variety of data types to facilitate the academic experience and advance student success. To promote good digital citizenship, CU Boulder has created a resource for our student and faculty communities to better understand how student data is used within OIT's services and tools.
