I am a TCNJ instructor and need to learn how to use Canvas. How do I get started?
Answer
Canvas is the official learning management system (LMS) for The College of New Jersey.
- Log into Canvas with a supported web browser. As long as you have an account in Canvas, you will be able to access the system. If you are unable to log in, please check to ensure you have been assigned to a course in PAWS. If you have been assigned, contact canvashelp@tcnj.edu with your course information, and we will look into the issue further. If you do not see your course assigned to you in PAWS, please contact your department.
- Spend some time exploring the Canvas interface. Canvas provides a detailed online Instructor Guide that can be accessed through the Canvas help menu. We recommend LinkedIn Learning's video tutorial on Learning Canvas (2022)..
- If this is your first time using an LMS, we recommend that you at least set up Modules and use dated Assignments.
- Be sure to check out the Getting Started with Canvas Articulate Course and Canvas Basic Terms.
- Access Canvas Help via chat, email, and phone 24/7 from the global navigation menu:
