Canvas as a learning management system (LMS)
UAF is currently adopting the learning management system (LMS) Canvas and will no longer use Blackboard after Spring 2024.
How do I know if my instructor is using Canvas?
You can check the delivery method of your courses by looking at the 鈥渓ocation鈥 column within your Concise Student Schedule at . Once logged in:
- Choose 鈥淪tudent Services and Account Information鈥
- Click 鈥淩egistration鈥
- Under Post-Registration, choose 鈥淐oncise Student Schedule鈥
If you have any further questions, .
Why is UAF using Canvas?
- Canvas supports the Chancellor's strategic goal to modernize the student experience.
- Its mobile app makes it possible for students to do the majority of classwork from the palm of their hand.
- It's more accessible for diverse learners.
- It has lighter bandwidth requirements, making it more available in rural areas (鈪 less than Blackboard).
- Many students are already familiar with the Canvas interface. The State of AV狼论坛 Department of Early Education and Development recently selected Canvas as the LMS for AV狼论坛's K-12 schools.