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The HOME PAGE and the course NAVIGATION are two of the first elements students see when entering a course in Canvas.
Making best use of these tools will help create a great learning space for students and reduce confusion and frustration.
In order to make it easier for students, navigation should be set to include only the items they will use. Typically this includes the following items, but it will depend on how each instructor is using Canvas for the course.
There are several different options for a home page in Canvas. For many courses, the Front Page option works very well. An instructor can design a page in Canvas and then assign it as the Front Page. This page could include helpful information for students and serve as a landing page for the course.
The following are some suggested items to include on a home page:
Steps and How to Guides for creating a custom Home Page:
Please Note: Our office has home page templates available and can help with creating home pages. Contact us at casonline@ou.edu or (405) 325-5854 for home page assistance.
Welcomes students to your course
Reduces student clutter, confusion, and frustration
Provides clear direction
Canvas help is easy to find and always available. Click the Help button in the Canvas global navigation for 24 hour support and great help guides.
If you'd like to learn more about this Canvas tip, or Canvas in general, please contact our office at 405.325.5854 or casonline@ou.edu.
