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Thoughts on Canvas: Notifications
Canvas email notifications are a mixed bag for me. On one hand, they can be quite infuriating, but on the other, they've been a lifesaver...
Charlotte Elliott
Oct 19, 20231 min read
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Thoughts on Canvas: Dashboard
When you initially log into Canvas, I assure you, it can be as overwhelming as any new website. It's a barrage of colors, images, and...
Charlotte Elliott
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Thoughts on Canvas: Grades
Grades can be both a student's ally and adversary in the world of college education. We yearn to know them, to catch a glimpse of how...
Charlotte Elliott
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Thoughts on Canvas: Email Inbox
If you were to inquire with any upperclassmen about the Canvas Email feature, there's a good chance they either have no idea it exists or...
Charlotte Elliott
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Thoughts on Canvas: Discussions
I have a strong aversion to discussion boards, and if you haven't experienced it already, you're likely to share my sentiment very soon....
Charlotte Elliott
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Thoughts on Canvas: Calendar
Whether or not your professor actually utilizes the Canvas calendar can be quite a coin toss; however, if they do, it's arguably one of...
Charlotte Elliott
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Thoughts on Canvas: Assignments and Submissions
For many classes, Canvas serves as the primary tool for submitting and reviewing assignments. In relevant courses, you will find an...
Charlotte Elliott
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Thoughts on Canvas: Accessible Files
I assure you, this mini-essay is not just a personal vendetta. One of the drawbacks of Canvas is that it can turn into a black hole for...
Charlotte Elliott
Oct 19, 20232 min read
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Whitman's Systems
Information Technology (IT) systems for college students encompass a range of technologies and services that support their educational...
David Sprunger
Oct 14, 20232 min read
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