Module 02: Communication and Profile
Overview
Managing your account profile, contact methods, and notifications is essential for staying organized and communicating effectively within Canvas. By customizing these settings, you can ensure you receive important updates and communicate seamlessly with instructors, classmates, and other members of your learning community.
In this module, you’ll learn about your Canvas account, Canvas profile, contact methods, and notification preferences.
Objectives
At the completion of this module you will be able to:
- Edit your account profile
- Add an avatar or image
- Adjust your notification preferences
- Add contact methods to your account
Recognize and evaluate Canvas communication options
Quick Activity
Before starting the module, take a moment to think about how you want to be notified about course updates. Which methods (email, text, app notifications) would work best for you to stay informed and organized?