Add content to modules
- Canvas will accept most media files as uploads. However, not all media files can be played within Canvas.
- When adding a restricted file type to a Module, please be aware that restricted files act as published files and may be viewable to students. Learn more about restricting files in Canvas Links to an external site..
- Numerous module items may affect performance. Modules supports up to 100 module items in the student progress page Links to an external site..
Open Modules
In Course Navigation, click the Modules link.
Add Module Item
Click the Add Item button.
Add Item to Module
Click the Add drop-down menu and select one of the following item types:
- Assignment
- Quiz
- File (document Links to an external site. and media Links to an external site. file types)
- Page
- Discussion
Take Note: Canvas will accept most media files as uploads. However, not all media files can be played within Canvas.
Add New Item
If you want to add a new item, click the [New] link [1] and type a name in the name field.
Depending on the item type, when adding new content you may be asked to complete additional fields.
Add Existing Item
If you have already created the item you want to add, click the name of the item. You can select more than one item to add.
Indent Item
Choose the Indentation drop-down menu to indent the item inside of the module.
Add Item
Click the Add Item button.
View Module Item
View the selected module item.
Need something more?
When you add items to a Module, please be aware that the status of the Module overrides the state of the individual module items. You may want to consider leaving all Module items in an unpublished state until you are ready to publish the entire Module. Learn more about Draft State in Modules Links to an external site..
If you need immediate assistance, please feel free to reach out to Learning Environments:
713-348-4357 | teaching@rice.edu | Learning Environments website