What is a Learning Management System (LMS)?

A Learning Management System (LMS) is a digital learning environment that can manage many aspects of the learning process. 

 

Benefits of Canvas LMS

• Simplifies teaching and learning by connecting the digital tools used by teachers in one simple place.
• Canvas is easy, open, adaptable and secure.
• Canvas streamlines instructional delivery, student feedback, performance reporting and family communication.

 

How does a student benefit from working in Canvas?  

• Easily find and access all courses and materials
• Collaborate with classmates through discussion boards.
• Assess their learning through quizzes and activities.
• Receive and submit assignments.
• Receive teacher feedback in written and/or verbal form.
• Utilize web tools (such as Google Drive and Office 365) all within the Canvas interface.
• View their learning progress via the online gradebook.
• Receive course announcements, grade notifications, etc. on their preferred device(s).