Welcome! This orientation will prepare you to use the most common features in Canvas. It includes short video demonstrations and links to tutorials. Plan to spend about an hour viewing the videos and exploring the links. If you need to take a break, you can always return later to finish up or view tutorials again.

Would you prefer to learn about Canvas in a classroom setting?

Click here to view the on-campus Canvas orientation schedule.

How do I log into Canvas?

After completing this orientation, you should log into the MyMassasoit Portal and then click the Canvas button in the top left corner. This will automatically log you into Canvas. Your username for the MyMassasoit Portal can be found on your class schedule, and your password will be your 8-digit birth date. Please contact the Help Desk if you need assistance with logging in (508-588-9100 x1139).

Which browser should I use?

Canvas supports the last two versions of every browser release. We highly recommend updating to the newest version of whatever browser you are using as well as the most up-to-date Flash plug-in. Some browsers have trouble displaying content that is not secure. If you see blank screens where you expect to see content, please read the Browser Privacy Settings section in the Browser Requirements page below.

How do I complete this orientation?

This orientation course uses the Modules tool to organize the information provided. After you click the Modules link in the left navigation menu, click the first link on the Modules page to get started. You can also use the images below to jump to a particular module.

If you have a question about Canvas that is not covered in this orientation, please email OnlineLearning@massasoit.mass.edu.