Canvas Training for Faculty and Staff

As we begin the university-wide transition to Canvas, we want to ensure faculty have the guidance, flexibility, and tools they need to feel confident in the new environment. We’ve heard your feedback about workload, timing, and training formats, and we’re building a comprehensive support model designed to meet a range of teaching needs and schedules.

This page is your central hub for training opportunities, recommended steps, and resources that will help you get started.

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Start Here!

To help you get oriented as we start this transition from Blackboard to Canvas, we’ve outlined a suggested starting pathway. These steps will give you a strong foundation before you begin building your course.

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Attend a Canvas Info Session

Get a high-level overview of the transition, key features, and what to expect. Info sessions help you understand the broader context before diving into the tools. Registration to be announced for 2026 updates.

Watch the 2025 Info Session Register for a 2026 Info Session

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Explore Your Sandbox Course

Your sandbox is a safe, pressure-free space to experiment. Try out modules, create sample content, test features in Canvas without impacting a live course. Open the Canvas course titled with your name.

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Use Self-Paced Resources

For flexible, independent learning or reinforcement after a live session, access resources such as:

Join a Canvas Essentials Training

This foundational session walks through the core features you’ll use daily such as modules, assignments, grading, and communication tools so you can build confidence and begin shaping your course structure. Sign up for a training from the schedule below.

Watch the Recording

Join Canvas Advanced Training

These hands-on sessions for faculty who are ready to deepen their Canvas expertise and explore more advanced instructional workflows. Completion of Canvas Essentials (or equivalent experience) is strongly recommended.

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Virtual and In-Person 1-1 Training & Support

This spring, faculty can get personalized support through Canvas Consultants' virtual office hours, 1-1 training sessions, or attend on-campus clinics for hands-on assistance.

Training & Support Opportunities

We offer a variety of training formats and resources to meet diverse faculty needs. Whether you want a high-level overview, hands-on guidance, self-paced practice, or in-person support, there’s a pathway designed for you.

Training Schedule

Select the month to expand the schedule, and sign up for a session. Addition sessions will be added based on need.

February 2026

Date	Time	Session	Location	Register
Feb 1-27	Reocurring	Individualized Training with a Canvas Consultants	Zoom	Sign up
Feb 9	3PM	Virtual Office Hours	Zoom	Sign up
Feb 10	10AM	Virtual Office Hours	Zoom	Sign up
Feb 11	1PM	Information Session	Zoom	Sign up
Feb 13	9-12PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up
Feb 19	11-2PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up
Feb 25	2PM	Advanced Training: Making the Most of Modules: Designing for Student Success Please be logged into your sandbox for this hands-on session led by a Canvas Consultant.	Zoom	Sign up
Feb 27	2-5PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up

March 2026

Date	Time	Session	Location	Register
March 2-31st	Reoccuring	Individualized Training with a Canvas Consultant	Zoom	Sign up
March 2	3PM	Virtual Office Hours	Zoom	Sign up
March 4	2-5PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up
March 5	12-3PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up
March 18	2-5PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up
March 19	11AM	Information Session	Zoom	Sign up
March 19	1PM	Canvas Essentials Training	Zoom	TBA
March 20	10AM	Canvas Essentials Training	Zoom	TBA
March 25		Advanced Training: Grading & Gradebook Setup Please be logged into your sandbox for this hands-on session led by a Canvas Consultant.	Zoom	Sign up
March 26	12-3PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up

April 2026

Date	Time	Session	Location	Register
April 1-30th	Reoccuring	Individualized Training with a Canvas Consultants	Zoom	Sign up
April 1	2-5PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up
April 2	1PM	Canvas Essentials Training	Zoom	TBA
April 3	10AM	Canvas Essentials Training	Zoom	TBA
April 6	3pm	Office Hours	Zoom	Sign up
April 9	12-3PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up
April 9	2PM	Canvas Essentials Training	Zoom	TBA
April 10	3PM	Canvas Essentials Training	Zoom	TBA
April 13	12PM	Information Session	Zoom	Sign up
April 14	11AM	Advanced Training: Empowering Student Collaboration in Canvas Please be logged into your sandbox for this hands-on session led by a Canvas Consultant.	Zoom	Sign Up
April 16	10AM	Canvas Essentials Training	Zoom	TBA
April 17	1PM	Canvas Essentials Training	Zoom	TBA
April 17	2-5PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up
April 23	11AM	Canvas Essential Training	Zoom	TBA
April 21	12-2PM	In-Person Drop-In Session	Richter Library, Learning Commons Room 102B	Sign up
April 24	11AM	Essential Training	Zoom	Sign up

Need Help?

Support is available throughout the transition to Canvas.

Learning Platforms Helpdesk

For additional information or to request support related to the Canvas transition, course setup, training, or institutional processes, please contact the Learning Platforms helpdesk: lpt.it.miami.edu/contact

24/7 Canvas Support (Faculty Only)

Faculty have access to 24/7 Canvas support directly through Canvas, provided by Instructure. This support is ideal for immediate, tool-specific questions and troubleshooting outside of regular business hours. Access support from within Canvas by selecting Help in the global navigation menu.

Partner with Us!

Ideas and Partnerships

We’re also open to new ideas and partnerships. If you’re interested in co-creating something that doesn’t yet exist—such as a community of practice, faculty panel, pilot workshop, or innovative approach to Canvas engagement—we’d love to hear from you. Email us at academictechnologies@miami.edu to start a conversation, ask questions, or explore partnership opportunities.