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How Do I Give Access to a Canvas Course?

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Giving access to a Canvas course depends on whether you are the instructor or a student.

For Instructors:

  1. Enroll Students Directly:

    • Log in to your Canvas course.
    • Navigate to the People tab.
    • Click + Add Users.
    • Enter the student's email address or Canvas ID.
    • Select the appropriate Role (Student, TA, etc.).
    • Click Add Users.
  2. Generate an Enrollment Key:

    • Go to the Settings tab in your course.
    • Click on Enrollment in the left-hand menu.
    • Select Enrollment Key under the Enrollment Options section.
    • Click Generate Key.
    • Share the key with students.
    • Students can then enroll themselves by going to the course homepage and clicking Enroll in this Course.
  3. Use a Course Link:

    • Copy the unique course link from the Course URL section in the Settings tab.
    • Share this link with students.
    • Students can access the course by clicking on the link.

For Students:

  • Enroll with an Enrollment Key: If the instructor has generated an enrollment key, you can enroll by going to the course homepage and clicking Enroll in this Course. Enter the enrollment key when prompted.
  • Use a Course Link: If the instructor has shared a course link, click on the link to access the course.

Note: Access restrictions can vary based on the course settings. If you are unable to access a course, contact the instructor.

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