Canvas Faculty Resources

San Jose State University uses a learning management system (LMS) called Canvas by Instructure. Canvas has a clean, intuitive user interface, featuring drag and drop usability; and a comprehensive grading tool. Canvas also allows faculty and students to configure their notification options to integrate with services such as Facebook, Twitter, text messaging and more. To get started, You can also access Canvas from

Many useful resources are listed below such as how to  and how to

Text-based Guides

Canvas Course Removal Dates for Faculty [pdf]

Downloading Grades [pdf]

Discussions Redesign [pdf]

Video-based Guides











Additional Resources

Updating Grades

Canvas Application Program Interface (API)

Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI)

Integrating Library Course Reserves in Canvas

Clear Your Browser's Cache

Canvas Tips and Tricks [pdf]