Canvas

Canvas is a learning management system (LMS) used by UWM to support teaching, learning, and course administration. It provides a centralized online environment where instructors can share course materials, deliver assignments, manage grades, and communicate with students. Faculty, staff, and students access Canvas using their UWM credentials to engage with courses, track progress, and support academic success.

Features

• Course Content Management – Allows instructors to organize and share course materials like lectures, readings, and videos in structured modules for easy student access.
• Assignments and Submissions – Enables students to submit assignments online in various formats while tracking due dates and submission times.
• Grades & Gradebook – Provides a centralized gradebook where instructors record scores and students can view their grades and feedback in real time.
• Quizzes and Exams – Supports the creation of quizzes and exams with multiple question types, including options for automatic grading and time limits.
• Communication Tools – Offers built-in messaging, announcements, and discussion boards to facilitate interaction between instructors and students.
• Calendar & Notifications – Displays course deadlines and events in a calendar while sending customizable notifications to keep students informed.