groups
Setting up marking groups in Cadmus
For larger cohorts of students, it can be helpful to set up marking groups, making your marking and moderation processes smoother. For Cadmus assignments, marking groups are set up in Cadmus, rather than in Canvas. You can also add students to groups by uploading a spreadsheet into Cadmus. Guidance on how to do this can be […]
Student Guide: How do I view my groups in Canvas?
Groups in Canvas are a way to collaborate with other students on your course. In this article, you’ll learn how to find the groups you’re a member of. Contents Viewing groups you’re a member of 1. From the global navigation menu on the left-hand side of Canvas, click on Groups. 2. Once you click on […]
Student Guide: How to sign up to a group in Canvas
Managing groups in Canvas is straightforward once you know where to look. This guide explains how to join a group, leave a group, or switch to another group within your course. Please note that you will only see the People menu (where groups are managed) if your instructor has made this menu visible in your […]
Canvas Groups vs Differentiation Tags: Which Tool to Use and When
Understand the difference between Groups and Differentiation Tags in Canvas. Use Groups for student teamwork and group projects. Use Differentiation Tags to discreetly customise content, deadlines, and communication. This quick guide helps you choose the right tool for your teaching needs.
Managing Groups in Canvas
Canvas Groups are designed to support student collaboration within a course. Each group gets its own dedicated space where students can post announcements, share files, take part in discussions, and work together on collaborative tasks. Instructors can also set up group assignments, allowing each team to submit a collaborative piece of work.