Wednesday Webinar: Too Many Words?
Managing Long Readings in Canvas: Alternatives to the Moodle Book Tool
The webinar addresses the challenges and solutions for managing long readings in Canvas. Topics covered include defining long readings, the importance of breaking up content for student engagement, ease of navigation, knowledge retention, and accessibility. The session also explores various alternatives to Moodle's book feature in Canvas, such as using Google Docs, Google Slides, Design Plus, and Pressbooks. Each alternative's pros and cons are discussed to help educators make informed decisions on structuring course content effectively.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
00:54 Understanding Long Readings
03:03 Challenges with Long Readings in Canvas
04:29 Considerations for Transitioning to Canvas
06:50 Exploring Alternatives for Long Readings
07:25 Canvas Pages and Google Docs Options
10:26 Google Slides and Design Plus Options
13:51 Pressbooks: A Detailed Look
21:24 Resources and Conclusion