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Canvas Resources for Students
Students have a variety of support options for using Canvas. We recommend including the resources on this page in your orientation materials.
Access Canvas
To access Canvas, navigate to and log on with your UMass Boston email username and password.
Check Browser
Be sure to . For the best results, use the latest versions of Chrome or Firefox.
Get Oriented
is a good place to start to learn how to navigate through the general areas in a Canvas account.
Edit Profile
Customize your Canvas profile to establish your learner presence and connect with peers:
Edit Notifications
In Canvas, you can customize your account notification settings to stay organized and up to date with course activity:
Complete Learning Activities
Completing graded assignments and activities in Canvas is straightforward. These tasks will typically be accessible through their respective module pages, making it easier for you to navigate and stay organized.
View Grades
As you participate in graded activities, you can view your grades and view the feedback provided by your instructor. .
The Canvas Student App
Canvas also has a free mobile app available for iOS and Android that is specifically tailored to students.
More Video Tutorials
Canvas Resources for Students is an excellent collection to share with students. It contains short video demonstrations on key tasks in Canvas, including participating in discussions, submitting assignments viewing grades, and more:
24/7 Help for Canvas
Students have access to Canvas support through the Help link located on the Canvas global navigation menu, accessible from any course. Available formats are phone and live chat:
- Canvas Support Hotline: +1 (855) 235-1564