How Should I Start Learning About Canvas?

The best place to start is here! This is the introduction page for the University of Minnesota's Canvas Learning Path, your one-stop-shop for learning how to use Canvas at your own pace, by participating in live training, or both. See an overview of the learning path below, including important information about the content and learning objectives for each module.

What if I just want to find an answer to one specific question?

If all you need is a quick answer to a question about how to use specific Canvas tools/features, please access the following pages:

Find: Browse our indexes to find the specific information you're looking for.
Get Support: Use our list of help and support links to get help when you need it

You can request help with your course conversion by requesting conversion assistance through your Canvas conversion contact.

Learning Path Overview

The learning path for Canvas is organized into six learning modules, each with a specific goal related to enhancing teaching and learning. Each module contains a selection of the best pedagogical and technical (how-to) resources to help you achieve the objectives of that module. Activities and resources in a given module may include self-paced tutorials, videos, scheduled live training sessions, and more, so you can choose the learning options that are best for you.

Six modules of the Learning Path

You can access the complete list of modules by clicking on Modules in the left side course navigation menu at any time. Here is a printable version of the Learning Path: Complete site map.

UMN Canvas Learning Center