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Table of Contents
General Information ...........................................................................................................................................................................5
How do I download the Teacher app on my iOS device? ........................................................................................6
How do I log in to the Teacher app on my iOS device with a Canvas URL? .................................................. 10
How do I log in to the Teacher app on my iOS device with a QR code? ......................................................... 17
How do I use the Teacher app on my iOS device? ................................................................................................. 22
How do I get help with the Teacher app on my iOS device?............................................................................... 29
How do I switch to another account in the Teacher app on my iOS device? .............................................. 32
How do I log out of the Teacher app on my iOS device? ...................................................................................... 35
App Settings ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 37
How do I set a landing page in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ................................................................ 38
How do I view my user settings in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ........................................................ 41
How do I set Notification Preferences in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ........................................... 44
How do I set a profile picture in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ............................................................. 51
What Canvas Teacher app options can I manage from my iOS device settings? ....................................... 57
How do I set my theme in the Teacher App on my iOS device? ........................................................................ 64
App Features ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
How do I use the Dashboard in the Teacher app on my iOS device? .............................................................. 69
How do I manage Courses in the Teacher app on my iOS device? .................................................................. 76
How do I view the To Do list in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ............................................................... 81
How do I view the Inbox in the Teacher app on my iOS device?....................................................................... 85
How do I send a message from the Inbox in the Teacher app on my iOS device?...................................... 91
How do I reply to a message in the Inbox in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ................................... 100
How do I use the Rich Content Editor in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ......................................... 105
How do I view my User Files in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ........................................................... 110
How do I use Student View in the Canvas Teacher app on my iOS device? .............................................. 118
Course Features.............................................................................................................................................................................. 122
How do I view the course navigation links for a course in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ....... 123
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How do I edit course settings in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ......................................................... 126
How do I view Announcements in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ..................................................... 130
How do I add an announcement in the Teacher app on my iOS device? .................................................... 136
How do I view Assignments in the Teacher app on my iOS device?............................................................. 144
How do I view assignment submissions in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ..................................... 156
How do I grade an assignment submission in the Teacher app on my iOS device?................................ 169
How do I post grades for an assignment in the Teacher app on my iOS device? .................................... 179
How do I hide grades for an assignment in the Teacher app on my iOS device?..................................... 188
How do I add DocViewer annotations in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ........................................ 196
How do I add a comment to an assignment submission in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ....... 214
How do I add a comment to an assignment submission using the comment library in the Teacher
app on my iOS device? ................................................................................................................................................... 221
How do I add an audio comment to an assignment submission in the Teacher app on my iOS
device?.................................................................................................................................................................................. 231
How do I add a video comment to an assignment submission in the Teacher app on my iOS
device?.................................................................................................................................................................................. 241
How do I message students about assignment submissions in the Teacher app on my iOS
device?.................................................................................................................................................................................. 251
How do I take attendance in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ................................................................ 258
How do I view Discussions in the Teacher app on my iOS device?............................................................... 263
How do I add a discussion in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ................................................................ 272
How do I view Course Files in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ............................................................. 278
How do I add a new file or folder to a course in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ........................... 287
How do I view Modules in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ..................................................................... 293
How do I view Pages in the Teacher app in my iOS device? ............................................................................ 298
How do I view People in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ......................................................................... 306
How do I view context cards in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ........................................................... 312
How do I view Quizzes in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ...................................................................... 319
How do I view and edit the Syllabus in the Teacher app on my iOS device? ............................................ 326
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Admin Features ............................................................................................................................................................................... 331
How do I act as a user in the Teacher app on my iOS device as an admin?................................................ 332
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General Information
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How do I download the Teacher app on my iOS device?
If you are an instructor, download the Canvas Teacher app on your iOS device for easier accessibility to course content.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open App Store
Open your iOS device and tap the App Store icon.
Open Search
In phone devices, tap the Search icon at the bottom of the screen.
In tablet devices, tap the Search field at the top of the App Store.
Search for App
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In the search field, enter Canvas Teacher. Tap the full name when it appears.
Select App
Tap the Get button.
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Install App
Tap the Install button.
Note: The App Store may ask for your App Store password to download the app.
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Open App
When the app has downloaded and installed onto your iOS device, you can access the app immediately by tapping the Open
button.
View App on iOS Home Screen
You can also open the app on your iOS home screen by tapping the Canvas Teacher icon.
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How do I log in to the Teacher app on my iOS device with a Canvas URL?
Once you download the Canvas Teacher app from the App store, you can use the app to log in to your Canvas account.
You can enter your institution's name into the app to locate your account. If the app cannot find your institution by name,
you can enter your institution's Canvas URL into the app. If you don't know your Canvas URL, you can log in using a QR
code, which does not require knowing your Canvas URL for the mobile app.
If you have multiple accounts and do not want to log in to the app every time, learn how to switch to another user account.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Canvas Teacher App
Open your device and tap the Canvas Teacher icon.
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Find Institution
Tap the Find My School button.
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Search for Institution Name
Enter the name of your institution or school district. If the full name appears in the search list, tap the name.
Notes:
• If you are an admin and your school does not appear in the search list, please contact your CSM about mobile smart search.
• To log in to a Free For Teacher account, enter Free Canvas Accounts or canvas.instructure.com in the search field.
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Enter Canvas URL
If the name of your institution does not appear in the search list, you may need to locate your Canvas account by entering the
full Canvas URL in the Find your school or district text field.
If you don't know your Canvas URL, tap the How do I find my school? link. Or you can log in using a QR code, which does not
require knowing your Canvas URL.
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View Previous Canvas URL
If you previously logged into the app, your Canvas URL displays. To log in again, tap the Canvas URL button [1].
If you previously changed users in the app, to log in again, you can tap the user's account [2].
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Enter Login Credentials
After you've located an account, you can view the Canvas URL at the top of the screen [1]. Enter your email [2] and password
[3]. Tap the Log In button [4].
If you don't know your password, tap the Forgot Password? link [5].
Notes:
• The Canvas email field credential varies according to institution. Some institutions may require a username or account
number.
• If your Canvas mobile login page does not show the reset password option, contact your institution if you need to reset your
password.
• If your institution requires you to log in to Canvas using their authentication system, you will be redirected to your
institution's login page.
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View Dashboard
View the Dashboard for your account.
Learn how to use the Teacher app.
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How do I log in to the Teacher app on my iOS device with a QR code?
Once you download the Canvas Teacher app from the App store, you can use the app to log in to your Canvas account.
You can generate a unique QR code from your Canvas web browser to quickly log into the app. This method uses your
credentials from the QR code to log you into the app. The QR code is located in your account profile (User Navigation
Menu).
If you do not want to locate your Canvas URL every time you log in to Canvas, learn how to switch to another user account.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Canvas Teacher App
Open your device and tap the Canvas Teacher icon.
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Open QR Login
Tap the QR Login link.
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View Instructions
Review the instructions for locating the QR code in the web version of Canvas. The QR code is located in your account profile
(User Navigation Menu).
When you have located the QR code, click the Next button.
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Scan QR Code
Hold your phone up to your computer screen to scan the QR code. Once the code is located, the app will update automatically.
Notes:
• You may have to grant permission for your phone to use your camera.
• The app may take a few minutes to log you in.
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View Dashboard
View the Dashboard for your user account.
Learn how to use the Teacher app.
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How do I use the Teacher app on my iOS device?
As an instructor, you can use the Canvas Teacher app to access and manage course content while you are away from a
computer browser. The app displays your profile, To Do list, Conversations Inbox, and functionality to access your courses.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Not all Canvas features are supported on the app at this time.
• The Canvas Teacher app uses your device's settings to set the time zone used within the app.
• To change the language displayed in the Teacher app, select a language in Canvas from a web browser, log out of the
Teacher app, and log in again.
View Courses
When you log in to the Teacher app, the default landing page is the Courses page, or Dashboard. The Courses icon displays all
your current courses, including your favorite courses. You can customize the display of the Courses page by managing your
courses page.
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To view a course home page, tap the name of a course.
View To Do List
The To Do icon displays all ungraded submissions in your courses. Learn how to view the To Do List.
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View Inbox
The Inbox icon displays all Conversations messages in the Teacher app. Learn how to view the Inbox.
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View User Menu
To open your User Menu, tap the Menu icon.
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View User Menu
From the user menu, you can:
• Manage your User Files [1]
• Manage app settings [2]
• Get help with the app [3]
• Change users [4]
• Log out of the Teacher app [5]
Your User Menu may display other LTI tools that you can access via a mobile browser.
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Open Dashboard Settings
To open Dashboard Settings, tap the Settings icon.
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View Dashboard Settings
In the Dashboard Settings, you can:
• Display the Dashboard as a grid [1]
• Display the Dashboard as a list [2]
• Overlay a selected color in courses over Dashboard course cards [3]
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How do I get help with the Teacher app on my iOS device?
From the Help Menu, you can get help with Canvas directly on your mobile device. Help Menu links may vary across
institutions.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Help
Tap the Help link.
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View Help Menu
View the Help links provided to you. Available links may vary according to institution.
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How do I switch to another account in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can switch your account to view another account on the Teacher app at any time.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
In the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Change User
Tap the Change User link.
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View Login Page
Previous logins appear in the user list. Tap the user profile you want to open [1]. To remove a profile, tap the Remove icon [2].
To add an account, log in to Canvas [3].
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How do I log out of the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can easily log out of Canvas when you are finished using the app.
You can also switch users in the Canvas Teacher app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
In the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Log Out
Tap the Log Out link.
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App Settings
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How do I set a landing page in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
When you log in to the Canvas Teacher app, you can choose which page you want to view as your app landing page. By
default, the landing page displays the Dashboard.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings link.
Open Landing Page
Tap the Landing Page link.
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Set Landing Page
Tap the name of the new page that you want to view when you log in to the app. This change will take effect the next time you
log in.
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How do I view my user settings in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can manage your personal settings in the Canvas Teacher app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: To change the language displayed in the Teacher app, select a language in Canvas from a web browser, log out of the
Teacher app, and log in again.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings link.
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View App Settings
You can change the following settings in the app:
• Set your app landing page [1]
• Set your app theme [2]
• Set available Notification Preferences in the app [3]
• View app legal information [4]
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How do I set Notification Preferences in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can set notification preferences in the Canvas Teacher app to receive updates about your Canvas courses. Once
notifications are selected, notifications are sent to you even if you have not opened the Canvas Teacher app. You can
choose to set notifications for specific communication channels, or you can set notifications for all your available channels.
Communication channels in the Canvas Teacher app match the same notification options within your Notification
Preferences in the browser version of Canvas. Any preferences updated in the app will be reflected in the browser version.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings link.
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Select Communications Channel
All notification communication channels available to you display in the Settings page.
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View Email Notifications
The Email Notifications link displays all email addresses added to your account.
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Set Notification Preferences
The Email Notifications link displays all email addresses added to your account. Tap the email address where you want to set
notifications [1].
Email notifications match the notification types set in the browser version of Canvas. Options include Immediately, Daily,
Weekly, or Never.
To change a notification email frequency, tap the notification name [2]. A list will display with the list of frequency options. Tap
the name of the desired frequency.
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View Other Notification Channels
Any other notification communication channels available to you can be set in the app.
Tap the communication channel you want to view.
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Set Notification Preferences
By default, all other communication notifications can either be on or off.
Enabled notifications show the toggle to the right [1] and are sent ASAP.
To disable a notification, tap the slider (toggle will be on the left) [2]. Disabled notifications are never sent.
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How do I set a profile picture in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
If your institution allows profile pictures, you can add a profile picture in the Student app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Changing your profile picture in the app will also change the profile picture in your browser version of Canvas.
• If you cannot add a profile picture, your institution has restricted this feature.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Tap Profile Picture
Tap your profile picture.
Choose Photo Type
To take a new photo, tap the Take Photo link [1]. To choose a photo from your device, tap the Choose Photo link [2].
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Take Photo
To take a photo, tap the Camera button.
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Use Photo
If you want to re-take the photo, tap the Retake link [1]. Otherwise tap the Use Photo link [2].
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Choose Photo
To choose a photo, locate the photo on your device.
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Move and Scale
Move and scale your photo so it fits within the picture parameters [1]. Then tap the Choose link [2].
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What Canvas Teacher app options can I manage from my iOS device settings?
From your iOS device settings, you can manage access settings, allow cross-website tracking, open external tools in Safari,
and reset your cache.
Enabling the option to allow cross-website tracking helps users avoid errors with files, images, and alerts in the Student
app. If you are experiencing difficulties downloading files and viewing images in the app, you may want to enable this
option.
Enabling the option to open external tools in Safari launches the Safari browser app for external tools. If this option is not
enabled, external tools open in web view inside the Canvas Teacher app. If you are experiencing difficulties with viewing
external tools, you may want to enable this option.
Resetting your cache clears all app-specific information from your device, including login details, some annotated
documents, and app settings. If you experience errors when logging in to the app, you may want to use a cache reset.
Because a cache reset removes app information from your device, you may want to try resetting your password or
uninstalling the app first.
After enabling the Reset Cache on Next Launch option, you must force close and relaunch the Canvas Teacher app for your
cache to reset.
Open Settings
On the home screen, tap the Settings icon.
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Open Canvas Teacher App Settings
In the Settings menu, tap the Canvas Teacher link.
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View Canvas Teacher App Settings
View the Canvas Teacher app settings menu.
From the Settings menu, you can manage access settings [1], allow cross-website tracking [2], and app settings [3].
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Manage Access Settings
To allow Canvas Teacher app information to use the camera, tap the Camera toggle button [1].
To allow Canvas Teacher app information to display in Search and Siri tools, tap the Siri & Search link [2].
To manage Canvas Teacher app notification options, tap the Notifications link [3].
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Allow Cross-Website Tracking
To allow cross-website tracking, tap the Allow Cross-Website Tracking toggle button. When this option is enabled, users may
avoid errors with files, images, and alerts in the Canvas Teacher app.
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Open External Tools in Safari
To open external tools in Safari by default, tap the Open external tools in Safari toggle button. When this option is enabled, all
external tools launch in the Safari browser app instead of the Canvas Teacher app.
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Reset Cache on Next Launch
To reset your cache, tap the Reset Cache on Next Launch toggle button. Resetting your cache clears all app-specific information
from your device, including login details, some annotated documents, and app settings.
Notes:
• After enabling the Reset Cache on Next Launch option, you must force close and relaunch the Canvas Teacher app for your
cache to reset.
• After the app has launched, the Reset Cache on Next Launch option toggles to the Off position.
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How do I set my theme in the Teacher App on my iOS device?
In Settings, you can choose between three app theme options, Light, Dark, and System Settings.
Open User Menu
In the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings link.
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Open Appearance
Tap the Appearance link.
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Select Theme
To select your preferred theme, tap System Settings to reflect your current device's theme [1], Light Theme for dark text on
light background [2], and Dark Theme for light text on a dark background [3].
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App Features
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How do I use the Dashboard in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
The Canvas Teacher app Dashboard displays your active courses. It can also display course invitations and announcements
from your institution.
View Dashboard
The Dashboard displays all your current courses and groups.
When viewing courses, you can manage how they display in the Dashboard, including background colors and favorite courses.
Learn how to manage courses.
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Open Dashboard Settings
To open Dashboard Settings, tap the Settings icon.
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View Dashboard Settings
In the Dashboard Settings, you can:
• Display the Dashboard as a grid [1]
• Display the Dashboard as a list [2]
• Overlay a selected color in courses over Dashboard course cards [3]
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View Course Invitation
If you have been invited to join a course, you can view the course invitation on your Dashboard. To accept the invitation, tap the
Accept button [1]. To decline the invitation, tap the Decline button [2].
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View Global Announcement
If a global announcement has been sent to users at your institution, you can view the announcement on your Dashboard. To
read the announcement, tap the announcement.
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Open Course
To open a course, tap the course name.
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View Navigation Menu
Within each course, you can view the navigation links that are available in the browser version of Canvas.
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How do I manage Courses in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can view all your courses in the Canvas Teacher app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Edit Dashboard
The app defaults to your favorite courses. Favorite courses mirror the courses customized drop-down menu in the web version
of Canvas. Changes to your favorite courses will apply to the browser version of Canvas.
To view all your courses and set favorite courses, tap the Edit Dashboard link.
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Edit Courses
Tap the star icon next to the course you want to favorite. To remove a favorite, tap the Star icon again. Changes to the favorites
page are applied automatically.
Note: The Courses list includes active and concluded courses.
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View Course Card Options
You can change the nickname and color associated with your courses. Course colors help associate course items in other areas
of the Canvas Teacher app, such as in the To Do List and Notifications.
To change the nickname or color for a course, tap the Options icon.
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Edit Nickname
To change the course nickname, tap the Nickname field [1].
To save your changes, tap the Done link [2].
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Choose Course Color
To change the course color, tap the new color for your course [1].
To save your changes, tap the Done link [2].
Note: To view the selected color across your entire course card, you can enable the Color Overlay option in the User Menu.
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How do I view the To Do list in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
In the Teacher app, you can use the To Do list to view and grade ungraded submissions in all your courses. To Do list items
include assignments, discussions, and quizzes.
Once you have graded all submissions in a To Do list item, that item will be removed from the list.
Note: The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same
steps.
Open To Do List
In the Dashboard, tap the To Do icon [1]. If the icon includes a numbered badge [2], the badge the number of items that need
grading for all assignments.
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View To Do List
The To Do list shows the items that require grading in all of your courses. Each item displays the assignment title [1], course
name [2], due date [3], and the number of items that require grading [4].
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Open To Do Item
To begin grading submissions, tap the tap the name of a To Do item.
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Grade To Do Item
Use SpeedGrader to grade the submissions.
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How do I view the Inbox in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
Canvas lets you access your Inbox on your mobile device so you can keep in touch with people in your course at any time.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: Unlike the web version of Canvas, you cannot view assignment comments in the Inbox. However, you can view
comments in the assignment.
Open Inbox
In the Dashboard, tap the Inbox icon. If the inbox icon includes a numbered badge, the badge shows how many unread messages
you have in your Inbox.
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View Inbox
The Inbox defaults to the All tab and displays all your messages [1]. The layout is the same way as the browser version of the
Inbox. Messages are arranged in chronological order—newer messages appear at the top, and older messages appear near the
bottom. New messages are indicated with a dot [2].
Swipe the app from top to bottom to quickly refresh your messages.
View Inbox Tabs
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You can view different types of messages in the Inbox:
Unread [1]: Messages that are unread in the Inbox
Starred [2]: Messages that you've starred in the Inbox
Sent [3]: Messages that you've sent (you cannot view messages sent to others in any other tab until you receive a reply)
Archived [4]: Messages that have been archived
Note: Messages cannot be archived in the Teacher app.
View Inbox Filter
You can also filter your Inbox by course. Tap the Filter link [1], then select the course name whose messages you want to view
[2].
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Send Message
To send a new message, tap the Add icon.
Open Message
To view a message, tap the message you want to open.
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View the selected message thread.
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Manage Message
To forward or delete the entire message thread, tap the message More Options icon [1].
To star the message, tap the Star icon [2].
To forward or delete an individual message in the thread, locate the message and tap the More Options icon [3].
To reply to the message, tap the Reply link [4].
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How do I send a message from the Inbox in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can send conversation messages to students or other users in your courses in the app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Inbox
In the Dashboard, tap the Inbox icon.
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Add Message
Tap the Add icon.
Select Course
Tap the Select a course link [1] and select the course where you want to send the message [2].
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Add Recipient
In the To field, tap the Add icon.
Note: You can only add one user or group of users at a time.
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Search by Name
To search by name, type the name of your recipient in the text field.
Note: If you cannot remember a recipient's name, you can search by course filter to select your recipient.
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Select Recipient
When the full name of the recipient appears, tap the name.
Search by Course Filter
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To search by course filter, select to message all users [1], or select users by group [2].
Select User Group
To select a user group, tap the recipient's user group [1].
Tap the name of the recipient [2]. You can select all members in a specific user group by tapping the All Members option [3].
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Modify Recipients
If you need to remove a recipient, tap the remove icon.
Attach File
To attach a file to the message, tap the Attach icon.
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Select Attachment
To select your attachment file, tap the Add icon [1]. Then select how you would like to attach a file [2].
Note: To learn more about media attachments, view the Canvas Media Comparison PDF.
View Attachment
Once you have added your attachment, it can be viewed on the Attachments page [1]. To delete your attachment, tap the Delete
icon [2].
To add another attachment, tap the Add icon [3]. To return to your message, tap the Done link [4].
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Send Message
In the Subject field [1], enter a subject for your message.
If you want to send individual messages to each recipient, tap the message toggle [2].
In the compose field [3], type your message.
When you are ready to send your message, tap the Send link [4].
Note: New messages will not appear in the Inbox until there is a reply to the message. However, if you have an existing Inbox
message with a recipient, the message will appear as part of that message thread.
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How do I reply to a message in the Inbox in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can reply to Conversations messages in your Inbox on your device so you can keep in touch with your course at any
time.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Inbox
In the Dashboard, tap the Inbox icon.
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Open Message
To view a message, tap the message you want to open.
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Reply to Message
Tap the Reply link.
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In the text field [1], type your message reply.
When you are ready to send your message, tap the Send link [2].
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View Reply
View your message reply in the message thread.
To reply to the message again, click the Reply link.
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How do I use the Rich Content Editor in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can use the Rich Content Editor to edit and format text in the Teacher app. The Rich Content Editor is available in
Assignments, Announcements, Discussions, Pages, and Quizzes.
View Rich Content Editor
You can use the Rich Content Editor when editing content in Assignments, Announcements, Discussions, Pages, and Quizzes.
The Rich Content Editor allows you to format text [1], add links [2], or attach images [3]. You may have to swipe your screen to
the left or right to view all Rich Content Editor icons.
Format Text
To undo your last action, tap the Undo icon [1]. To redo what was previously undone, tap the Redo icon [2].
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To bold text, tap the Bold icon [3]. To italicize text, tap the Italics icon [4]. To stop using bold or italics formatting, tap the Bold or
Italics icon again.
Change Text Color
To change the text color, tap the Color icon [1]. Then tap the color you want to use [2].
Create List
To format text as a bulleted list, tap the Bulleted List icon [1]. To format text as a numbered list, tap the Numbered List icon [2].
Add Link
To add a link, tap the Link icon.
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Link to Website URL
Enter the link title in the Title field [1] and the link URL in the URL field [2]. Then tap the OK button [3].
Attach Image
To attach an image, tap the Image icon.
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Add Attachment
Than tap the Add icon.
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Select Attachment Option
You can select from the following image attachment options:
• Use Camera [1]: take a picture from your camera.
• Upload File [2]: upload a file from your device.
• Choose From Library [3]: select an image from your photo library.
• My Files [4]: upload an image from your Canvas User Files.
View Attachment
Once you have selected your image, it will display on the Attachments page [1].
To delete the image, tap the Delete icon [2]. To add another image, tap the Add icon [3].
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How do I view my User Files in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can view personal files that you've added to your account on the Canvas Teacher app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open User Menu
On the Dashboard, tap the Menu icon.
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Open User Files
Tap the Files link.
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View User Files
Files display the file size of each file [1]. To view a specific file, tap the name of the file [2].
Folders display how many items are within each folder [3]. To view items within a file folder, tap the Arrow icon next to the
folder [4].
Search Files
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To search for a file, tap the Search field [1]. Then enter the name of the file you want to view.
To open the file, tap the name of the file in the search results [2].
Notes:
• You must type three or more characters for search results to display.
• Search results will not include file folders.
View File
View your file [1].
To share your file, tap the Share icon [2]. To copy your file, tap the Copy icon [3].
To edit your file, tap the Edit link [4]. To return to the file folder, tap the Back link [5].
Note: Not all file types support sharing.
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Edit File
You can edit the title [1] and access settings [2] for your files. To delete your file tap the Delete File link [3].
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Add File or Folder
To add a new file or folder, tap the Add icon.
Create Folder
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To create a new folder, tap the Create Folder button.
Name Folder
Enter the name of your folder [1]. Then tap the OK link [2].
Add File
To add a file, tap the Add File button.
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Select File Location
Select the location of your file. You can take a new photo from your camera [1], record audio [2], find a file in your library [3], or
upload a file [4].
Note: To learn more about media uploads, view the Canvas Media Comparison resource document.
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How do I use Student View in the Canvas Teacher app on my iOS device?
As an instructor, you can use Student View in the Canvas Teacher app on your iOS device. Accessing Student View opens
the Canvas Student app and displays the Test Student icon at the bottom of the window. The mobile app student view
matches the same restrictions for the Test Student in Canvas web. However, the Test Student cannot be reset in the app.
Note: When accessing Student View, if you do not have the Student app installed on your device, you are first directed to
the App Store to download the Canvas Student app.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course.
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Open Student View
Tap the Student View link.
Note: Student view opens in the Canvas Student app. If this app is not installed on your device, you will be directed to the App
Store where you can download the Canvas Student app.
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View Course
You can now view the course as a student user would see it. To open the course, tap the course name [1].
When you are logged in to student view, each page displays the Test Student icon [2], and a persistent box displays around each
page in the app [3].
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Leave Student View
To log out of the Canvas Student app as the Test Student, tap the Test Student icon.
Confirm Logout
Tap the OK button.
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Course Features
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How do I view the course navigation links for a course in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can view the course navigation links of a course from the Teacher app. Each course may have different options
available.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of a course.
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View Course Navigation
The course navigation links display all areas of the course available to you. To open a course area, tap the name of the link.
Note: To view the course home page, use Student View within the app.
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View External Tools
The course navigation links may include links to external tools.
The Attendance tool allows teachers to use their mobile device to take roll call for a course and has been developed specifically
for the Teacher app. All other external tools will display the same functionality as seen when used in a web browser.
Note: The external apps displayed in the Teacher app will vary based on the external apps enabled for your institution or course.
For assistance with external apps, contact your Canvas administrator.
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How do I edit course settings in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can manage the course name and the Course Home Page in the Teacher app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the course name.
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Open Settings
Tap the Settings icon.
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Change Course Name
To change the course name, tap the Name option.
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Set Course Home Page
To change the course home page, tap the Set 'Home' to option [1].
In the Home Page list [2], select the new home page for the course. Changing the course home page affects the web version of
Canvas.
Tap the Done link [3].
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How do I view Announcements in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
Canvas Teacher helps you view and manage Announcements in your Canvas courses.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of a course.
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Open Announcements
Tap the Announcements link.
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View Announcements
Announcements displays all the announcements in your course. Announcements are ordered by creation date with the most
recent at the top.
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Add Announcement
To add an announcement, tap the Add icon.
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Open Announcement
To open an announcement, tap the announcement name.
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View Announcement
View the announcement.
Manage Announcement
To manage the announcement, tap the More Options icon. You can edit the announcement, mark any replies to the
announcement as read, and delete the announcement.
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How do I add an announcement in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can create announcements in the Teacher app to notify students about events without having to be logged into the
browser version of Canvas.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Announcements
Tap the Announcements link.
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Add Announcement
Tap the Add icon.
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Enter Announcement Details
In the Title field [1], add a title for your announcement.
In the Description field [2], add a description for the announcement. You can use the Rich Content Editor to format your title
and description [3]. Learn more about using the Rich Content Editor.
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Set Options
To send an announcement to specific sections, tap the Sections option [1]. You can select to send the announcement to all
sections, one section, or multiple sections.
If you want to delay your post until a later time, tap the Delay Posting button [2]. When enabled, select the date and time for
your post by tapping the Post at option [3].
If you want to allow users to comment, tap the Allow users to comment button [4].
If you want to require users to have to post to the announcement before seeing replies from others, tap the Users must post
before seeing replies button [5].
If you want to allow liking the announcement, tap the Allow liking button [6]. You can allow only graders to like and/or sort by
likes.
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Attach File
To attach a file to the message, tap the Attach icon.
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Select Attachment
Select how you would like to attach a file.
Note: To learn more about media attachments, view the Canvas Media Comparison PDF.
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Save Announcement
Tap the Done link.
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How do I view Assignments in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
The Canvas Teacher app helps you view and edit existing course assignments.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
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View Assignments
Assignments are organized by assignment group and due date [1].
If your course includes grading periods, you can also filter by grading period by tapping the Filter link [2].
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Open Assignment
To view an assignment, tap the name of the assignment.
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View Assignment
For each assignment, you can view all the details for the assignment including the title [1], points [2], due date [3], and
submission type [4].
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Manage Assignment
To edit the assignment, tap the Edit link [1].
To view submissions for the assignment, tap the Submissions icon [2].
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Switch to Dark and Light Mode
When the app theme is set to Dark Mode, you can switch between the different modes in the assignment details by tapping the
Switch to Dark Mode or Light Mode button.
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Edit Assignment Details
To edit the assignment title, tap the Title field [1]. To edit the assignment description, tap the Edit Description link [2]. You can
use the Rich Content Editor to format description text.
To edit the point total, tap the Points field [3]. To edit how the grade is displayed to students, tap the Display Grade as field [4].
Display Grade options include Percentage, Complete/Incomplete, Points, Letter Grade, GPA Scale, and Not Graded.
If the assignment does not have any submissions, you can publish or unpublish the assignment by tapping the Publish button [5].
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Edit Assignees
To edit who the assignment is assigned to, tap the Assign To field.
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View Assignees
View the current assignees for the assignment [1].
To add assignees, tap the Add Assignee link [2].
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Add Assignees
Tap the sections [1], groups [2], or student [3] that you would like the receive the assignment. You can also search for assignees
in the Search field [4]. Selected assignees will display on the screen [5].
To save your assignees, tap the Save icon [6].
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Edit Availability and Due Dates
To edit the assignment due date and time, tap the Due Date fields [1]. To edit the availability date and times, tap the Available
From or Available To fields [2].
To add additional due dates or availability dates, tap the Add Due Date link [3].
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How do I view assignment submissions in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
When you open a course, you can see the list of assignments in your course. For each assignment, you can view the status
and whether or not submissions need grading. You can also view each student's submission, comments, and files.
This lesson shows how to view assignments from the Assignments page. However, submissions can also be viewed in the
page for their respective assignment type.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: All assignment types can be viewed in the Assignments page, but submissions can also be viewed in the page for their
respective assignment type.
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Open Assignment
Locate the assignment and tap the name of the assignment.
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View Submissions
In the Submissions section, you can view the status of the assignment and how many assignments have been graded [1], how
many need grading [2], and how many have not been submitted [3].
To view the submissions page for all submissions, tap the Submissions icon [4].
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Open Submissions by Status
To filter immediately by one of the three submission statuses in this page, tap the status type [1].
The submissions page displays all submissions filtered by the selected status [2].
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View Submissions Page
Unless a specific filter was already selected from the assignment page, the Submissions page defaults to the All Submissions
page. You can view all students assigned to the assignment and his or her submission status.
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Filter Submissions
To apply additional filters, tap the Filter link [1].
Tap the type of filter you want to apply [2]. You can filter submissions by all submissions, late submissions, students who have
not submitted, submissions that have not been graded, graded submissions, submissions with a score less than a specific value,
submissions with a score greater than a specific value, and section. You can select multiple filters at the same time.
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To clear a filter at any time, tap the Clear Filter link.
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Manage Submissions
To mute grades or enable anonymous grading, tap the Settings icon [1].
To message students, tap the Message icon [2].
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Post or Hide Grades
You can post grades or hide grades for an assignment by tapping the Visibility icon.
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Open Submission
To view and grade a student's submission, tap the name of the student.
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View Submission
View the student's submission. You can view the date and time of the submission [1].
If the student resubmitted the assignment, tap the time stamp arrow to view dates and times from previous submissions [2].
If the assignment type supports annotations, you can use Canvas DocViewer to add annotated comments to the submission [3].
You can also grade the submission [4], view and add comments [5], and view specific files within the submission [6].
To view another student, swipe left or right on your device.
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View Discussion Submissions
When viewing discussion submissions, you can only view the individual response(s) from the student. To view the entire
discussion, tap the link to the full discussion. The app will display the full discussion in a web view within the app.
Note: You may need to swipe to the left to view full content with discussion replies and the full discussions page.
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How do I grade an assignment submission in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can grade assignment submissions using SpeedGrader in the Teacher app. You can enter an assignment score or use a
rubric to grade a submission.
When you are finished grading an assignment for a student, swipe left or right to view other student submissions.
Notes:
• The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same
steps.
• Multiple users should not grade assignments at the same time since each grader cannot view the most recent
information for a submission.
• You cannot upload files to assignment submissions when grading in the Teacher app.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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Open Submissions
Tap the Need Grading icon [1].
Note: If you want to filter submissions by a different status, tap the Arrow icon [2] and apply the filter in the Submissions page.
Open Submission
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Locate the student's submission and tap the name of the student.
Open Grades
Tap the Grades tab.
Add Grade
To manually enter a grade, tap the Add icon.
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In the Grade field [1], enter the grade for the submission.
If you do not want to grade the assignment, tap the No Grade link [2].
If you want to excuse the student from the assignment, tap the Excuse Student link [3]. Excused assignments are not calculated
in the student's total grade.
To save the grade, tap the OK button [4] or tap the Enter key on your mobile keyboard.
Use Grade Slider
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You can also enter a grade using the grade slider. Tap and hold the slider handle and drag it to the position that represents the
desired grade [1]. You can also tap the minimum and maximum numbers. Grades display above the handle [2].
To excuse the student from the assignment, drag and hold the icon at the right end of the scale or tap and hold the maximum
grade number. To remove the grade, drag and hold the icon at the left end of the scale or tap and hold the minimum grade
number.
Use Rubric
If your assignment includes a rubric, you can use the rubric to help you score the student's submission.
To view the rubric short rating summary, tap and hold the rating number [1]. To view the long description, if any, tap the View
long description link [2].
To view multiple criteria in the rubric, you can adjust the height of the grades window by tapping and holding the menu bar [3].
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If the rubric is used for grading, you can automatically apply points to the submission grade.
To select rubric points, tap the rubric score [1]. Selected criteria will be highlighted.
To add a custom score not included in the criteria options, tap the Add icon [2]. You can add a manual grade for the criteria.
Notes:
• Once you have entered a score for a rubric, the rubric score cannot be removed.
• If your rubric is not set to be applied for grading, you can still tap the points for each rubric criterion, but you'll have to add
the points manually and enter them in the grade field.
View Grade
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View the grade for the assignment submission.
View Late Penalty
You can view detailed scores for assignments that incur late penalties. Grades with late penalties will include the graded score
[1], the late penalty [2], and the final grade, which is the graded score minus the late penalty [3].
Note: Late penalties can only be set in the Gradebook in the browser version of Canvas.
Post or Hide Grade
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To post grades or hide grades for the assignment, tap the Visibility icon.
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How do I post grades for an assignment in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can post grades in the Teacher app for assignments where student grades have been hidden. Grades can be hidden
using a manual posting policy or by manually hiding grades. This lesson displays how to post grades from the Submissions
page. You can also post grades when grading student submissions.
Grades can be posted to everyone or only to students with graded submissions. When grades are posted to everyone,
students with ungraded submissions will see that their submission does not have a grade on their grades page. When
grades are only posted to students with graded submissions, students with ungraded submissions will view an icon on their
grades page that indicates grades are still being worked on.
If a manual posting policy is set for an assignment and grades are posted to everyone, the manual posting policy will
become inactive and future grades will be posted automatically.
Notes:
• You cannot manage grade posting policies from the Teacher app.
• If you make changes to an assignment with hidden grades, the total score as you see it (in both the Gradebook and the
student Grades page) will be affected. However, students will not see any changes when they view their Grades page.
Once you post the assignment grades, the total grade in the student's view will update accordingly.
• Grades for anonymous and moderated assignments are hidden by default. Moderated assignments grades cannot be
unhidden until final grades have been posted.
• Posting grades for an anonymous assignment will remove anonymity from the assignment.
• Students can see peer review comments when assignment grades are hidden. However, students cannot see instructor
comments until after the assignment grades are posted.
• If you post grades for an assignment with varied due dates, all students will receive score results at the same time.
• Students will not be able to see their quiz responses while quiz grades are hidden.
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Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you would like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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Open Submissions
To view all student submissions, tap the Submissions Arrow icon.
Open Post Settings
To view grade posting settings, tap the Visibility icon.
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View Post Grades Tab
Post settings opens to the Post Grades tab [1]. The Post Grades tab displays how many assignment grades are currently hidden
from students [2].
You can also hide grades by tapping the Hide Grades tab [3].
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View All Grades Posted
If all grades are currently posted for the assignment, settings will not be visible in the Post Grades tab.
Select Posting Option
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To select a posting option, tap the Post to option [1].
To make grades visible to all students, tap the Everyone option [2]. When the Everyone option is selected, the grades page for all
students will not display an icon indicating that grades are hidden, including grades pages for students with ungraded
submissions. Assignment notifications will also be sent to all students.
To post grades to students with graded submissions, tap the Graded option [3]. When the Graded option is selected, only the
grades pages for students with graded submissions will display a grade. Assignment notifications will only be sent to students
with graded submissions.
Notes:
• Grades can only be posted to everyone in anonymous assignments.
• If grades are posted to everyone in an assignment with a manual posting policy, the manual posting policy will become
inactive and future grades will be posted automatically.
Select Sections
To post grades for specific sections, tap the Specific Section option [1]. Then tap the sections where you want to post grades [2].
Note: You cannot post grades for specific sections in anonymous assignments.
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Post Grades
To post grades, tap the Post Grades button.
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How do I hide grades for an assignment in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can manually hide grades in the Teacher app for an assignment. When an assignment is hidden, students can still view
and submit the assignment, but the grade will be hidden. Grades will stay hidden until assignment grades are posted. This
lesson displays how to hide grades from the Submissions page. You can also hide grades when grading student submissions.
This lesson describes how to hide grades for an assignment that has already been graded and is currently displaying grades
to students. To automatically hide grades, you must enable a grade posting policy from the Gradebook in a web browser.
Students will not receive grade change or instructor comment notifications for an assignment with hidden grades. The
student grades page displays a visibility icon so students know the assignment grade is hidden. Students will be unable to
view their grades, including grade and score changes, instructor submission comments, Canvas DocViewer comments, and
curved grades for the assignment until the assignment grades are posted. In Gradebook exports and reports, hidden
grades are part of unposted grades.
Hiding grades should only be used to temporarily hide grades from student view while grading is in progress. It should not
be used to conceal grades for longer than reasonably necessary.
Notes:
• You cannot manage grade posting policies from the Teacher app.
• If you make changes to an assignment with hidden grades, the total score as you see it (in both the Gradebook and the
student Grades page) will be affected. However, students will not see any changes when they view their Grades page.
Once you post the assignment grades, the total grade in the student's view will update accordingly.
• Anonymous and moderated assignments are muted by default. Moderated assignments cannot be unhidden until final
grades have been posted.
• Students can see peer review comments when assignment grades are hidden. However, students cannot see instructor
comments until after the assignment grades are posted.
• If you post grades for an assignment with varied due dates, all students will receive score results at the same time.
• Students will not be able to see their quiz responses while quiz grades are hidden.
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Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you would like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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Open Submissions
To view all student submissions, tap the Submissions Arrow icon.
Open Post Settings
To view grade posting settings, tap the Visibility icon.
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Open Hide Grades Tab
Tap the Hide Grades tab [1].
You can also post grades by tapping the Post Grades tab [2].
View Hide Grades Tab
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View the Hide Grades tab. This tab displays how many grades are currently posted for the assignment.
View All Grades Hidden
If all grades are currently hidden for the assignment, settings will not be visible in the Hide Grades tab.
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Select Sections
To hide grades for specific sections, tap the Specific Sections option [1]. Then tap the sections where you want to hide grades
[2].
Note: You cannot hide grades for specific sections in anonymous assignments.
Hide Grades
To hide grades, tap the Hide Grades button.
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How do I add DocViewer annotations in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
When viewing assignment submissions, you may be able to add annotated comments in the submission. Canvas
DocViewer is a tool that allows annotations in online assignment submissions. Annotations made in Canvas Teacher sync
with SpeedGrader in the web version of Canvas.
If a student submits a file that is not compatible with DocViewer, the document previewer will still display the file, but
DocViewer markup and commenting will not be available.
When you open a submission, DocViewer will automatically save any annotations made to the submission file for one hour.
You can restart a DocViewer session at any time by refreshing the submission page.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Notes:
• Files over 100 MB and password-protected files will not be converted by DocViewer.
• SpeedGrader may take up to ten minutes after an assignment is submitted to display a document that supports
DocViewer.
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View Submission
Files that are compatible with DocViewer display the DocViewer Toolbar at the top of the document and includes six different
annotation types. Select an annotation tool by tapping the annotation icon [1]. When selected, the icon will include a white
background. To no longer use an annotation tool, tap the annotation icon again.
While adding an annotation or comment, you can undo or redo the last action made in the submission by tapping the More
Options icon [2].
To grab the page, tap the Grab Annotation icon [3].
If a submission includes more than one page, view the additional pages by swiping up your screen.
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Add Point Annotation
To leave a point annotation, tap the Point icon [1].
Tap the area where you want to add the annotation [2].
Add Comment
Point annotations immediately require a comment. In the Reply field [1], type the comment for the point annotation. Tap the
Send icon [2].
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Delete Comment
To delete your comment, tap the Delete icon [1]. To return to the submission, tap the Done link [2].
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Modify Point Annotation
To move the annotation, tap and hold the annotation icon in the document [1]. Drag the annotation to the new area.
To view and modify your annotation comment, tap the Comments link [2]. You can also use this link to view and reply to any
student comments made in DocViewer.
To change the color of the point annotation, tap the Style link [3].
To delete the annotation, tap the Delete icon [4]. Deleting an annotation will also delete any associated comments immediately.
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Add Highlight Annotation
To highlight text within the document, tap the Highlight icon [1].
To select a color for the highlight annotation, tap the Color icon [2].
Then tap and drag to highlight text within the submission [3].
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Modify Highlight Annotation
To modify the annotation, tap and hold the annotation [1].
To add a comment to the highlight annotation, tap the Comments link [2]. You can also use this link to view and reply to any
student comments made in DocViewer.
To change the color of the highlight annotation, tap the Style link [3].
To delete a highlight annotation, tap the Delete icon [4]. Deleting an annotation will also delete any associated comments
immediately.
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Add Text Annotation
To add text directly in the submission, tap the Free Text icon [1].
To select a color for the text annotation, tap the Color icon [2].
Tap the area where you want to add the annotation [3].
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Add Text in Annotation
In the text field [1], enter the text you want to add for the annotation. To change the size of the text, tap the point link [2].
When you are done, tap the Done link [3].
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Modify Text Annotation
To modify the annotation, tap the annotation text box [1].
To move the annotation, tap and hold the annotation outline in the document. Drag the annotation to the new area.
To add a comment to the text annotation, tap the Comments link [2]. You can also use this link to view and reply to any student
comments made in DocViewer.
To change the text size or color, tap the Style link [3].
To edit the annotated text, tap the Edit link [4].
To delete a text annotation, tap the Delete icon [5]. Deleting an annotation will also delete any associated comments
immediately.
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Add Strikeout Annotation
To indicate that text should be deleted, tap the Strikeout icon [1].
To select a color for the strikeout annotation, tap the Color icon [2].
Tap and drag to strikeout text within the submission. A line will appear indicating the text has been struck out [3].
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Modify Strikeout Text Annotation
To modify the annotation, tap the annotation [1].
To add a comment to the text annotation, tap the Comments link [2]. You can also use this link to view and reply to any student
comments made in DocViewer.
To change the strikeout color, tap the Style link [3].
To delete a strikeout annotation, tap the Delete icon [4]. Deleting an annotation will also delete any associated comments.
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Add Area Annotation
To leave an area annotation, tap the Area icon [1].
To select a color for the area annotation, tap the Color icon [2].
Tap and drag the rectangle around an area of the submission [3]. A box will appear indicating the area for the annotation.
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Modify Area Annotation
To modify the annotation, deselect the annotation type [1]. Tap the annotation icon in the document [2]. A blue outline will
display around the annotation area.
To move the annotation, tap and hold the area annotation outline in the document. Drag the annotation to the new area.
To add a comment to the area annotation, tap the Comments link [3]. You can also use this link to view and reply to any student
comments made in DocViewer.
To change the color for the annotation, tap the Style link [4].
To delete the annotation, tap the Delete icon [5]. Deleting an annotation will also delete any associated comments.
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Add Draw Annotation
To make freehand drawings and annotations, tap the Draw icon [1].
To select a color for the draw annotation, tap the Color icon [2].
Tap and drag to start a drawing. Free-form lines will appear indicating the drawing area [3]. You can add multiple strokes to a
drawn annotation.
Note: You may have to tap the Options icon to view the Draw tool.
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Modify Draw Annotation
To modify the annotation, ensure the annotation type is not selected [1]. Then tap the annotation [2]. A blue outline will display
around the annotation drawing. To move the annotation, tap and hold the draw annotation outline in the document. Drag the
annotation to the new area.
To add a comment to the drawing annotation, tap the Comments link [3]. You can also use this link to view and reply to any
student comments made in DocViewer.
To change the color for the annotation, tap the Style link [4].
To delete the annotation, tap the Delete icon [5]. Deleting an annotation will also delete any associated comments.
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Erase Draw Annotation
To erase your drawing annotation, tap the Erase icon [1]. Then tap and hold your screen to use the eraser tool [2].
Notes:
• The Eraser tool can only be used to erase drawing annotations.
• You may have to tap the Options icon to view the Eraser tool.
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Undo Annotation
To undo the most recent annotation, tap the Erase icon [1]. Then select the Undo link [2].
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How do I add a comment to an assignment submission in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can leave comments on student assignments. Comments can be added before or after grading a submission.
You can also add text comments using the comment library, add comments through Canvas DocViewer annotations, add a
video comment, or add an audio comment.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: All assignment types can be viewed in the Assignments page, but submissions can also be viewed in the page for their
respective assignment type.
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Open Assignment
Locate the assignment and tap the name of the assignment.
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Open Submissions
Tap the Need Grading status link [1].
Note: If you want to filter submissions by a different status, tap the Submissions link [2] and apply the filter in the Submissions
page.
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Open Submission
Locate the student's submission and tap the name of the student.
Open Comments
Tap the Comments tab.
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Add Comment
The student's submission is shown in the Comments tab and may contain comments from the student. If the submission was
submitted multiple times, each file displays as a comment. To open a student's context card, tap the student's Profile icon [1].
To view multiple comments, you can adjust the height of the comment window by tapping and holding the menu bar [2].
To add a comment, tap the Comment field [3].
Note: If you have populated comments in a comment library, you can add comments using the comment library.
Enter your comment to the student [1]. Then tap the Send icon [2].
Note: The Comment field displays text only and does not include the Rich Content Editor for formatting.
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View Comment
View your comment to the student.
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How do I add a comment to an assignment submission using the comment library in the Teacher
app on my iOS device?
If you have added comments to the comment library in the web version of Canvas, you can leave comments using the
comment library on student assignments. Comments can be added before or after grading a submission.
You can also add text comments, add comments through Canvas DocViewer annotations, add a video comment, or add an
audio comment.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
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Open Assignment
To view an assignment, tap the name of the assignment.
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Open Submissions
Tap the Need Grading status link [1].
Note: If you want to filter submissions by a different status, tap the Submissions link [2] and apply the filter in the Submissions
page.
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Open Submission
Locate the student's submission and tap the name of the student.
Open Comments
Tap the Comments tab.
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Add Comment
The student's submission is shown in the Comments tab and may contain comments from the student. If the submission was
submitted multiple times, each file displays as a comment.
To view multiple comments, you can adjust the height of the comment window by tapping and holding the menu bar [1].
To add a comment, tap the Comment field [2].
To add an audio comment or video comment, tap the Attach icon [3].
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View Comment Library
Once you begin typing [1], if there are text matches, the comments display in the comment library. Tap the comment you want to
add to the student's submission [2].
Note: The Comment field displays text only and does not include the Rich Content Editor for formatting.
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If there are no text matches, no suggestions are available in the comment library.
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Send Comment
View your comment to the student [1]. Then tap the Send icon [2].
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View Comment
View your comment to the student.
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How do I add an audio comment to an assignment submission in the Teacher app on my iOS
device?
You can leave audio comments on student assignment submissions. Comments can be added before or after grading a
submission.
You can also add text comments or video comments.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: To learn more about audio comments, view the Canvas Media Comparison PDF.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: All assignment types can be viewed in the Assignments page, but submissions can also be viewed in the page for their
respective assignment type.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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Open Submissions
Tap the Need Grading status link [1].
Note: If you want to filter submissions by a different status, tap the Submissions link [2] and apply the filter in the Submissions
page.
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Open Submission
Locate the student's submission and tap the name of the student.
Open Comments
Tap the Comments tab.
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Add Comment
Click the Add icon.
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Record Audio Comment
Tap the Record Audio button.
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Start Audio Recording
To start recording, tap the Record button.
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Stop Audio Recording
To stop recording, tap the Stop button.
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Send Audio Comment
To send your recording audio as a comment, click the Send button [1].
To delete the recording, click the Delete icon [2].
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How do I add a video comment to an assignment submission in the Teacher app on my iOS
device?
You can leave video comments on student assignment submissions. Comments can be added before or after grading a
submission.
You can also add text comments or audio comments.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: To learn more about video comments, view the Canvas Media Comparison PDF.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: All assignment types can be viewed in the Assignments page, but submissions can also be viewed in the page for their
respective assignment type.
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Open Assignment
Tap the name of the assignment.
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Open Submissions
Tap the Need Grading status link [1].
Note: If you want to filter submissions by a different status, tap the Submissions link [2] and apply the filter in the Submissions
page.
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Open Submission
Locate the student's submission and tap the name of the student.
Open Comments
Tap the Comments tab.
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Add Comment
Click the Add icon.
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Record Video Comment
Tap the Record Video button.
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Start Video Recording
To start recording, tap the Record button.
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Stop Video Recording
To stop recording, tap the Stop button.
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View Video Recording
View your video recording.
To send your recording as a comment, tap the Send icon [1]. To delete the recording, tap the Delete icon [2].
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How do I message students about assignment submissions in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
In the Teacher app, you can message students about their submissions based on the filter set for the assignment. You can
send messages to all students, students with late submissions, students who have not submitted a submission, students
whose submissions have not been graded, students whose submissions have been graded, students who received a score
less than a specific value, and students who received a score greater than a specific value.
Messages are sent to students individually and display in the Conversations Inbox.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Assignments
Tap the Assignments link.
Note: All assignment types can be viewed in the Assignments page, but submissions can also be viewed in the page for their
respective assignment type.
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Open Assignment
Locate the assignment and tap the name of the assignment.
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Open Submissions
The app will send a message to the filter selected in the app.
If you want to filter submissions by one of the three submission types in the submissions page, tap the submission status [1]. If
you want to message a student by specific status, tap the Submissions link [2].
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Filter Submissions
To apply a specific filter, tap the Filter link [1].
Tap the type of filter you want to apply [2]. You can filter submissions by all submissions, late submissions, students who have
not submitted, submissions that have not been graded, graded submissions, submissions with a score less than a specific value,
and submissions with a score greater than a specific value.
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Message Students
Tap the Message icon.
View Recipients
You can view the list of recipients for the message. If you want to manually remove any recipients, tap the Remove icon.
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Send Message
In the text field [1], type your message. When you are finished, tap the Send link [2].
Note: Messages are sent to students individually.
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How do I take attendance in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can take attendance in your course using the Canvas Teacher app on your iOS device.
The Attendance tool is configured by default to allow taking roll seven days a week. This setting is useful for courses where
there may be a need to take attendance for an event that takes place outside of a regular school week. However, the
Attendance tool will only calculate grades in the gradebook out of the total number of days roll has been taken.
Students cannot access the Attendance tool; only instructors have the ability to take attendance. However, students can
see the Attendance assignment in the Assignments page and view their attendance report as part of the Roll Call
Attendance submission details page. If you are using attendance for grading, students can also view their attendance grade
in the Grades page.
Note: The Attendance tool must be enabled by your Canvas admin before it can be used in your course. If you cannot see
the Attendance link in the Canvas Teacher app, please contact your administrator.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Attendance
Tap the Attendance link.
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View Attendance
By default, the Attendance tool displays all students in the course [1] and the attendance status for the current date [2]. To
change the date displayed for attendance, click the Calendar icon [3].
To filter the students displayed in the tool by section, tap the Change Section link [4].
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Take Attendance
To change a student's attendance status, tap the Attendance icon next to the student [1]. To mark all students as present, tap
the Mark All as Present button [2].
Note: Once you have marked attendance for one student, the Mark All as Present button will become the Mark Remaining as
Present button. By tapping this button, only unmarked students will be marked as present.
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View Attendance Options
There are four attendance options in the Attendance tool:
• The gray No Symbol icon indicates attendance is unmarked [1].
• The green Check Mark icon indicates the student is present and on time [2].
• The red X icon indicates the student is not present [3].
• The orange Clock icon indicates the student is late [4].
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How do I view Discussions in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
In Canvas Teacher, you can keep track of all course discussions.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Discussions
Tap the Discussions link.
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View Discussions
The most recent discussion will always appear at the top. However, replies to the discussions stay housed within the discussion
itself. Unread replies are indicated by a dot next to the discussion [1]. You can view the number of total replies [2] and the
number of replies you have not read within each discussion [3].
Swipe your device from top to bottom to quickly refresh Discussions.
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Manage Discussions
To pin or unpin, close a discussion to comments, or delete a discussion thread, tap the More Options icon.
Add Discussion
To add a discussion, tap the Add icon.
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Open Discussion
To view a discussion thread, tap the name of the thread.
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View Discussion
The discussion shows the details for the discussion and whether or not it is graded.
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Manage Discussion
To edit the discussion, tap the More Options icon [1].
To view submissions for the discussion, tap the Submissions link [2].
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View Replies
Replies can be viewed below the discussion topic. Swipe down on your device to view all replies.
If any users have replied to each other, you can view the replies within replies.
Note: Group discussion replies do not appear in the Replies section of the Discussion Details page. Graded group discussion
replies can be viewed as submissions.
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Manage Replies
To reply to a discussion, tap the Reply link [1].
To mark as read or unread, edit, or delete a user's reply, tap the More Options icon [2].
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How do I add a discussion in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
You can add an ungraded discussion in your course using the Teacher app.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: Graded discussions cannot be added using the app.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Discussions
Tap the Discussions link.
Add Discussion
To add a discussion, tap the Add icon.
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Add Discussion Details
In the Title field [1], add a title for the discussion.
In the Description field [2], add a description for the discussion. You can use the Rich Content Editor to format your title and
description [3]. Learn more about using the Rich Content Editor.
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Set Options
To publish your discussion, tap the Publish button [1].
To add a section to the discussion, tap the Sections link and select a section [2].
To allow threaded replies, tap the Allow threaded replies button [3].
If you want to require users to have to post to the discussion before seeing replies from others, tap the Users must post before
seeing replies button [4].
To allow users to like posts, tap the Allow liking button [5].
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Set Availability
To set availability dates for the discussion, tap the Available From option [1] and/or Available Until option [2]. For each option
you can set a date and time.
Attach File
To attach a file to the message, tap the Attach icon.
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Select Attachment
Select how you would like to attach a file.
Note: To learn more about media attachments, view the Canvas Media Comparison PDF.
Save Discussion
Tap the Done link.
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How do I view Course Files in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
In the Canvas Teacher app, you can view and manage your course files. You can also add new files and folders in the
Teacher app.
When editing a file, you can manage published status and restrict access to students. This lesson shows the steps to edit
and restrict access for individual files. The steps to manage published status and access for folders are the same.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
Tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Files
Tap the Files link.
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View Files
Files will display all your course files and file folders. Published files and folders display a Checkmark icon [1]. Unpublished files
and folders display a Unpublished icon [2]. Files and folders with restricted access display a Cloud icon [3].
To add a new file or folder to your course files, tap the Add icon [4].
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Search Files
To search for a file, tap the Search field [1]. Then enter the name of the file you want to view.
To open the file, tap the name of the file in the search results [2].
Notes:
• You must type three or more characters for search results to display.
• Search results will not include file folders.
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Open File
To open a file, tap the name of the file.
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View File
View your file.
To share your file, tap the Share icon [1]. To copy your file, tap the Copy icon [2].
To edit your file, tap the Edit link [3]. To return to your files, tap the Back icon [4].
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Edit File
To edit the title of the file, tap the Title field [1] and enter the new file title.
To edit the access settings for a file, tap the Access menu [2]. Your file access settings can be set to published, unpublished, or
restricted access.
To delete the file, tap the Delete File link [3].
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Restrict Access
If you select Restricted Access in the Access menu, you can select how to provide access to the file.
The Only available to students with link option makes the file available to students who are given a link to the file. The file will
be hidden to students in Course Files [1].
The Schedule student availability option gives students a window of time to view the file [2]. If you select this option, the file
can be viewed by students in Course Files as well as anywhere in Canvas (such as when the file is added to Modules or
Assignments), but the file will be locked and they cannot view the actual file until the specified date.
Note: The Only available to students with link option only applies to Course Files; if you add this file to another area of Canvas,
such as Assignments or Modules, all students can view the file.
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Set Availability Dates
If you select the Schedule student availability option, you must select availability dates for the file. To set student availability
dates, enter the starting date for the file to be available in the Available from field [1]. If applicable, enter the date when
students can no longer view the file in the Available to field [2].
Note: The time in the Availability fields will default to the current time and cannot be changed.
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How do I add a new file or folder to a course in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
In Canvas Teacher, you can add a new file or folder to your Course Files.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
Tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Files
Tap the Files link.
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View Files
View your course files. To add a file or folder, tap the Add button.
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Add File
To add a new file, tap the Add File link.
Select File Location
Select the location of your file. You can record audio [1], take a new photo from your camera [2], upload a file [3], or find a file in
your library [4]
Note: To learn more about media uploads, view the Canvas Media Comparison PDF.
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Add Folder
To add a new folder, tap the Add Folder link.
Name Folder
Enter the name of your folder [1], then tap the OK button [2].
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View Items
View the items you added to your Course Files.
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How do I view Modules in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
In the Canvas Teacher app, you can view your course modules.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: You cannot add modules, edit modules, or manage module settings from the Teacher app.
Open Course
In the Courses tab [1], tap the name of the course you'd like to view [2].
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Open Modules
Tap the Modules link.
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View Modules
View your course modules [1]. Modules contain the module items within each module.
Module items display the item title [2] and, if applicable, due date [3].
All modules and module items display a draft state status. Published modules and module items display the Published icon [4].
Unpublished modules and module items display the Unpublished icon [5].
Note: You cannot edit modules or manage module settings from the Teacher app.
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Collapse or Expand Modules
By default, modules are expanded and show all items in the module. To collapse a module, tap the Collapse icon [1].
To expand a collapsed module, tap the Expand icon [2].
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Open Module Item
To open an module item, tap the name of the item.
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How do I view Pages in the Teacher app in my iOS device?
In the Canvas Teacher app, you can view your course pages.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Pages
Tap the Pages link.
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View Pages
Pages will display all your course pages. Published pages display the Published icon [1]. Unpublished pages display the
Unpublished icon [2]. The front page of the course is indicated by the Front Page label [3].
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Open Page
To open a page, tap the name of the page.
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View Page
View your page.
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Edit Page
To edit your page, tap the Options icon [1] then tap the Edit link [2].
To delete your page, tap the Delete link [3].
Note: Pages that are set as the Front Page cannot be deleted.
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Edit Page Details
To edit the title of the page, enter the page name in the Title field [1].
To edit the content, enter your changes in the Content field [2].
To publish or unpublish the page, tap the Publish toggle button [3]. To set the page as the front page, tap the Set as Front Page
toggle button [4].
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Manage Editing Settings
To manage who can edit the page, tap the Can Edit menu [1]. Then select who can edit the page from the following options: only
teachers [2], teachers and students [3], or anyone [4].
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How do I view People in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
In Canvas Teacher, you can view all users that belong to a course. Users can also be filtered by user role.
To find for more information on a user, view the user's context card.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you’d like to view.
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Open People
Tap the People link.
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View People
People displays all the users that belong to the course.
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Filter People
To filter the people displayed on the page, tap the Filter link [1]. Then tap the user role filter button for the role you want to view
[2].
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Open Context Card
To view the context card for a user, tap the name of the user.
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View Context Card
View the user's context card.
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How do I view context cards in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
In Canvas Teacher, you can open context cards to view information specific to students and other users in a course.
Context cards can be opened by tapping a user's name from the People page, Submissions list, SpeedGrader, SpeedGrader
comments, inbox messages, announcement replies, and discussion replies. This lesson explains how to open context cards
from the People page.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you’d like to view.
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Open People
Tap the People link.
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Open Context Card
To view the context card for a user, tap the name of the user.
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View Student Context Card
The context card for a student includes their contact information [1], date/time of last activity [2], section [3], grade [4], number
of submitted assignments [5], number of late assignments [6], and number of missing assignments [7].
If a final grade override has been applied for the student, the override grade will also display on the context card.
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View User Context Card
Context cards for users other than students include contact information [1], date/time of last activity [2], and section [3].
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View Assignments
You can view assignment information from a student's context card.
If the student's context card was opened from the People page, you can also open student submissions. To view or grade a
student submission, tap name of the submission.
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Message User
To message a user from a context card, tap the Message icon.
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How do I view Quizzes in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
Canvas lets you view Quizzes from your mobile device. For each quiz, you can view the details of the quiz including the due
date, points, number of questions, the time limit, and number of allowed attempts.
Canvas natively supports quizzes that contain Essay, Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer, Fill in the Blank, Matching,
Numeric, or True/False questions. Any quizzes that do not contain supported question types are redirected to the web
version of Canvas. Additionally, currently the app does not support one-question-at-a-time quizzes, quizzes with passcode
restrictions, or quizzes with IP address restrictions.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Note: Quiz questions cannot be edited in the Teacher app.
Open Course
In the Courses tab, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Quizzes
Tap the Quizzes link.
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View Quizzes
Quizzes are organized by assignment group and due date.
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Open Quiz
To view a quiz, tap the name of the quiz.
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View Quiz
For each quiz, you can view all the details for the quiz including the title, points, display grade, quiz type, due date, and quiz
details.
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Manage Quiz
To edit the quiz details, tap the Edit link [1]. You can manage all quiz options as well as due and availability dates.
To view submissions for the quiz, tap the Submissions link [2].
Note: Quiz questions cannot be edited in the Teacher app.
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Preview Quiz
To preview the quiz, scroll to the bottom of the quiz details and tap the Preview Quiz button.
Depending on the type of quiz, you may be directed to the web version of Canvas.
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How do I view and edit the Syllabus in the Teacher app on my iOS device?
If you are using a syllabus in your course, Canvas lets you access the Syllabus page and course summary list from the
Teacher app. You can also choose to disable the Course Summary.
The Course Summary is enabled by default. It is automatically generated based on assignments and events within a course.
Items within the Course Summary can only be changed by editing or deleting the assignments or events. All assignments
(unpublished and published) are listed in the syllabus for instructors.
The images in this lesson are shown for a phone display, but unless otherwise noted, tablet displays mirror the same steps.
Open Course
In the Dashboard, tap the name of the course you'd like to view.
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Open Syllabus
Tap the Syllabus link.
Note: You may need to swipe your screen to view the Syllabus link in the Course Navigation menu.
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View Syllabus
View your course syllabus [1].
To view your assignments and events, tap the Summary tab [2].
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View Course Summary
View the course summary list. The course summary list includes course events, discussions, assignments, and quizzes. Items in
the course summary list are organized by date.
To open an assignment or event, tap the name of the item.
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Edit Syllabus
To edit your syllabus, tap the Edit link [1]. Make any changes to your syllabus in the Content field [2].
To disable the Course Summary, tap the Show Course Summary toggle button [3]. The Course Summary is enabled by default. It
is automatically generated based on assignments and events within a course. Items within the Course Summary can only be
changed by editing or deleting the assignments or events. All assignments (unpublished and published) are listed in the syllabus
for instructors.
When you are finished making changes, tap the Done link [4]. To cancel making changes, tap the Cancel link [5].
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Admin Features
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How do I act as a user in the Teacher app on my iOS device as an admin?
If you are an admin, you can act as instructors in the Teacher app and take any action in the app as if they were the
instructor. Only account-level users with the Act as users account permission can act as other users. This permission does
not apply to sub-account admins.
Open User Menu
Click the Menu icon.
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Act as User
Tap the Act as User link.
Note: If the Act as User link is not available in your user menu, you do not have the permission to perform this action.
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Enter User ID
In the User ID field [1], enter the Canvas ID number for the user. The domain will already be populated for you [2]. Then tap the
Act as User button [3].
Note: The user's Canvas ID can be found as part of the user's URL in the web version of Canvas. Make sure you have the user's
ID associated with the correct Canvas URL.
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View App as User
View the Teacher app as the user. A magenta border [1] and the user's Profile icon display on every page while you are acting as
the user [2].
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Stop Acting as User
To stop acting as user, tap the user's Profile icon.
Return to Account
To confirm and return to your account, tap the OK button.
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