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 request course form. Community Courses that are not connected to an official CU Boulder course can also be requested at this time by filling out 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 by phone, 303-735-4357 or by email at 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
A variety of data types are utilized by the University of Colorado in order to facilitate the academic experience and advance the success of the student body. In an effort to promote good digital citizenship, CU Boulder has created a resource for our student and faculty communities to better understand how personal data from our students is used within OIT’s services and tools.
