A big change for members of the University is the adoption of a new Learning Management System (LMS). UMW has selected Instructure’s Canvas as its next-generation LMS. Beginning with the Fall 2011, all courses taught at the University of Mary Washington will have a course shell in Canvas, and all courses will be populated with instructors and students. Early reports are that you’ll like Canvas! There are some ‘cool’ features of the product that are impressive, and it’s very easy to use.
We hope that you’ll take a look at the Canvas Support Site, attend one (or more) of the Training Sessions designed to familiarize you with Canvas, and dive in to Canvas to get your Fall 2011 courses set up.
As you have questions, don’t hesitate to let us know what you need. We want you to get a smooth start with this new product. Contact the Help Desk with your questions (helpdesk@umw.edu or 540-654-2255), and they’ll pass your question along to the proper member of the Canvas support team.
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