Summary
These guidelines outline the types of sites permitted in Canvas. They are designed to ensure that:
- Canvas is used exclusively for its intended purpose—teaching and learning.
- Canvas delivers an optimal instructional experience.
- The University remains in compliance with vendor terms, conditions, and agreements.
Approved Uses
| Use |
Description |
| Instruction |
Courses offered as part of a degree program, continuing education program, or professional certificate. |
| Course Development |
Sites used for the development of courses related to traditional courses/programs, continuing education programs, or professional certificates. |
| Course Evaluations |
Course evaluations that require access to Canvas course content. |
| Student Resource Sites |
To provide information and resources to students related to courses/programs, continuing education, or professional certificates. |
Exceptions
Employees may request an exception to use Canvas for a unapproved use case.
Exception Guidelines
- The lead time required for exception requests is 10 business days.
- Each exception request will be reviewed to determine whether the planned use is acceptable.
- Approved exceptions will be granted for a limited duration of 6, 9, or 12 months. A one-time extension of up to 3 months may be requested before the original exception period expires.