TILLING THE SOIL

Two tools that can help with the organization of your Modules and your Module components are the use of Text Headers and Indentation tools. These tools help provide structure and organization to your course components to help guide your students.

PLANTING AND PRUNING

Please begin by watching the video below.

When using Text Headers and Indentation, it is important to remember the following tips:

Text Headers can be added to any Module using the + on the right side of the Module bar.
Modules can include any number of text headers to help provide structure and organization. New Text Headers will automatically be placed at the bottom of a Module, but they can easily be moved, either by using the drag-and-drop function on the left side of the Text Header, or the "Move To" option available via the "snowman menu" on the right.
Text Headers should follow clear naming conventions to help keep students organized. Text Headers can also include emojis!
Text Headers can be indented between 0 and 3 levels at the time of creation.
All Module components, including Text Headers, can also be indented after initial creation using the "snowman menu" on the right side.

As with any Module and Module component, it is essential to publish your Text Headers in order for them to be visible by students!

While Text Headers and indentation are a best practice for any Canvas user, they are essential items for students accessing Canvas via a mobile app, so we strongly encourage all teachers to effectively use Text Headers and indentation throughout their Modules.

DIGGING DEEPER

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