Instructors have the ability to copy content such as assignments, discussions, modules, and pages from an existing Canvas course into a new Canvas course using the Course Import tool. This tool also allows instructors to change all of the due dates and availability dates in the course automatically.

Individual items can also be copied between courses one item at a time.

Course Import Tool

How do I copy content from another Canvas course using the Course Import tool?
How do I select specific content as part of a course import?
How do I adjust events and due dates in a course import?
How do I view the status of current and prior course imports?

Copy Individual Items

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Canvas Training and Resources (On-Demand)

This course contains a wide variety of resources including a Canvas course checklist, video and written tutorials, sample courses, and access to 24/7 support. The course is "on-demand" meaning that you can access it at any time. 

To access this "Canvas Training and Resources" course, you can simply self-enroll by following these steps:

1. Click on this link: https://umamherst.instructure.com/enroll/WDGJ8T
2. Log into Canvas with your NetID@umass.edu and password.
3. Click on Enroll in Course  OR  Go to the Course to access the course.

You should now see the "Canvas Training and Resources" course on your Canvas dashboard.

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Need Help Now?

IDEAS is available for drop-in support on Monday through Friday, 10am to 3pm:

• Zoom sessions (Meeting ID: 924-709-736)
• As of Friday, August 9th, Instructional Media Lab (IML) in-person support will be available from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Monday - Friday, in their new office on the 7th floor of the W.E.B Du Bois Library.

To schedule an appointment, please contact us at instruct@umass.edu.