This year we are participating again in the JISC Digital Experience Insights survey. We use this survey to find out how you are using digital technology at the University and what we can do to improve our services and support. In the past you told us you wanted more study space in the library. We […]
Tag: Canvas
For Staff: Preparing for the start of semester
With autumn fast approaching we want to share the following information around Canvas modules and learning and teaching spaces ahead of the start of semester. Module preparation and template updates Guidance on preparing your module for the new semester can be found on the prepare your module for the start of semester Canvas page. The […]
Canvas opening dates Autumn 2023
Your Autumn modules will be available in Canvas from the two dates below depending on your course of study. Don’t panic if you don’t see all of your modules immediately on the 4th or 18th. Some lecturers may change the opening dates of their modules. You can check your ‘future enrolments’ in Canvas by going […]
Lecture Recording – Advice for staff
Recordings of lectures and other teaching sessions support student accessibility and provide an opportunity to review what has been covered in class. This article gives advice on how to record your lectures whether they are on campus, hybrid or online sessions. What to record? In accordance with the University’s Policy on Audio Visual Material to […]
Adding “Week 0” Learning resource to your Canvas module.
As a Module co-ordinator or Module admin you may want to add ‘Week 0 – How to Succeed in your module’ which is a Learning resource that is now available to use in all modules in Canvas. The aim of the resource is to prepare students for their module so that they can get the […]
Learning and Teaching Support for Autumn 2022
Information Services are offering a series of bookable events to support learning and teaching in Autumn 2022. Exploring digital teaching technology in learning spaces Reduce your start of semester stress! Get ready for teaching on campus – join us for an informal drop-in session in one of our typical teaching rooms to: Explore, hands-on, the technology […]
For staff: new Canvas modules for the autumn semester
It’s beginning to look a lot like Summer, which means the autumn semester is not too far away. See below for a sneak preview of what’s coming up next semester in your Canvas module. Release dates for autumn semester Canvas modules The autumn semester modules (2022/3) will be released in the week commencing 13th June. […]
For staff: new Canvas modules for Spring 2022
The Spring Term modules (2021/2) will start to be released from 21 October 2021 (staff access only). It is VERY important that you read the documentation linked below BEFORE you start to move your content from one module to the next. We have produced a step-by-step guide which will enable you to transition your materials smoothly and build your […]
Canvas Drop-in Sessions for Staff
Information Services are running Canvas drop-in sessions for staff members. These are informal sessions, in which you can come along at any point and either ask questions or just use one of the PCs to start working in Canvas with assistance where required. Sessions Running in August Date Time Room Wednesday 23th August 13:30 – 16:30 Training […]