Canvas Mobile Access with the Student App
The Canvas Student app allows students convenient access to their courses and groups using a mobile device. Students can submit assignments, participate in discussions, view grades, and access course materials. The app also provides access to course calendars, To-Do items, notifications, and Inbox messages. However, not all Canvas features are supported on the Canvas Student app.
Enter University of the Incarnate Word in the school search box to connect to your courses. Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) students access the ABSN program courses by searching uiwabsnonline.instructure.com.
Recommendations
Most instructors build their courses using a web browser and the visual design looks "right" when accessed via Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. We recommend all students:
- Access each course using a web browser first.
- Check the course via web browser if you have any issues with the mobile app.
Also, consider web browser access instead of the mobile app if:
- Formatting is problematic, such as if you're in dark mode and info won't show properly until you turn it to light mode.
- Viewing the subject matter in a smaller display makes it harder to understand or work productively, such as detailed images, complex diagrams, or spreadsheets.
- Wired Internet is preferred, such as when taking a test and you want to ensure you don't lose your signal.
- You're typing a larger amount of text, and a keyboard makes it easier.
- Your course includes digital textbooks or activities that don't function properly as not every tech is mobile-friendly.
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