Files

Of course you know what Files are! Files are your handouts, assignment instructions, article, lectures, or students' homework/projects. Files can be in the format of Word docs, PowerPoint presentations, Excel spreadsheets, videos, PDFs, just to mention the most common ones.

 View this Files Overview video from Canvas

Using Files allows you to use the content you already have and in a format that is familiar to your students. The best use of Files is to deliver considerable amounts of information. However, when you use too many stand-alone Files in a Module, your content becomes overwhelming for your students.

Add your Files to the appropriate Module, just like you did with your syllabus (You got this!).

TIP - If you have several files that focus on a common theme or are the readings for the week, consider adding a Page and put your Files in there (Organization is key!)

• ❑ How do I upload files to my course? Links to an external site.
• ❑ What files can be previewed directly in Canvas? Links to an external site.
• ❑ How do I download a file from my course? Links to an external site.
• ❑ How do I delete old files I do not need? Links to an external site.

Next, add Pages (Don't worry, you'll figure these out!)