Instructors should review the following guide at the beginning of each semester.
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Download the Faculty Course Launch Sequence Checklist
The FSW Online team has developed a comprehensive checklist to help faculty ensure their courses are ready for the first day of classes. Download the FSW Faculty Course Launch Sequence Checklist.
For additional tips and best practices, please review the remainder of this guide.
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How to Import Course Content in Canvas
Do not import the same course content more than once, as this may duplicate or overwrite existing content. If you need assistance with importing content, please contact the
IT Help Desk.
Copy a Master Shell
If you need assistance importing a Master Shell into your course, please complete the "Request Course Import" form.
Copy All Content from a Previously Taught Course
If you are copying content from a previously taught course, refer to the Canvas Support guide "How do I copy content from another Canvas course using the Course Import tool?"
To check the status of your course import or to view import error messages, review the Canvas Support guide "How do I view the status of current and prior course imports?"
After completing the course import, we recommend the following next steps:
Copy Specific Content From Another Course
If you want to import select content from another course, refer to the Canvas Support guide "How do I select specific content as part of a course import?"
To check the status of your course import or to view any import error messages, review the Canvas Support guide "How do I view the status of current and prior course imports?"
When importing quizzes or assignments that include rubrics, be sure also to select and import all associated "Question Banks" and/or "Rubrics." If these items are not included during the import process, they will not be attached to the quiz or assignment after import.
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Create a Welcome Video
To create a welcome video for your students, follow the instructions on the "Welcome Video" page in the Instructor Information Station Canvas course.
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Review Course Files
To review and manage files in your course, refer to the Canvas Support guide "How do I view course files?"
If you need to restrict files or folders so they are not visible to students, follow the Canvas Support guide "How do I restrict files and folders?"
- Important: Be careful not to restrict image files, as doing so will prevent them from displaying for students.
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Create Group and Peer-Reviewed Assignments
To learn how to create group assignments, refer to the Canvas Support guide "How do I assign an assignment to a course group?"
To create peer‑reviewed assignments or discussions, review the Canvas Support guides "How do I create a peer review assignment?" and "How do I create a peer review discussion?"
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Manage Canvas Notifications
To manage your Canvas notification preferences, refer to the Canvas Support guide "How do I manage my Canvas notification settings?"
If you would like to add an additional email address to receive Canvas notifications, follow the Canvas Support guide "How do I add an additional email address as a contact method in Canvas?"
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Contact Us
If you encounter any issues after following the guide, please contact Canvas Support (available 24/7) or the FSW IT Help Desk for further assistance.
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