Blank Canvas: Create Your Course Site

Thu Aug 14, 2025 9:00 a.m.—3:00 p.m.
This one-day, hands-on workshop will discuss and showcase the effective use of Canvas for course organization, accessibility, and assessment.

Canvas Course Templates will be available for import, and sessions will encompass working open lab/ drop-in hours for faculty to work directly in their course sites.
Friday, August 16, 9am-3pm (in person, food provided).

Agenda:

Welcome 9:00 am CTL 120A 

Canvas Survey 9:05-9:15 CTL 120A  

Course Navigation and Organization 9:15-10:45 CTL 120A  

Break 10:45- 11:00  

Accessibility  11:00 - 12:00 CTL 120A  

LUNCH 12:00-1:00  

Hands-On Electives 1:10 - 2:00  

  • Gradebook CTL 120A  

  • AI Tools for Canvas CTL 120B  

Open Lab 2:10-3:00 CTL 120A 

 

The Poorvu Center is committed to hosting inclusive and accessible events that enable all individuals, including those with disabilities, to engage fully. If you have questions about access or anticipate needing an accommodation to participate in this event, please contact us at askpoorvucenter@yale.edu. Advance notice may be necessary to accommodate some accessibility needs.