Help Resources

How can I learn more about Canvas?

Check out our resources for links to helpful tutorials and easy-to-use documentation. The documentation includes tips for communicating within Canvas, managing your Canvas course, calendars, grades, groups, and more. The clear, step-by-step instructions and videos will quickly get you up and running with Canvas.  You’ll also find other materials to help inspire you.

We’re always happy to help; so please contact us if you’d like to set up a one-on-one consultation to get started with Canvas.

For Instructors: Instructor Resources
For Students: Student Resources
For Academic Support Staff: Academic Support Staff Resources

Click the Help link at the bottom left of any Canvas course page to:

  • Report a problem
  • Search the Canvas Guides for answers to common questions
  • Ask an expert from the Canvas Community

Or email our team directly (help@stanfordcanvas.zendesk.com) for technical support. We’ll respond to your help requests within one business day.

You can also contact us to:

  • Get one-on-one help
  • Schedule time to discuss using Canvas for your course
  • Request a Canvas orientation session for your department or group
  • Request access to the CourseWork Archive site
  • Provide feedback about your Canvas experience
  • Share your Canvas story in our Canvas Course Profiles

For more information: