A "Student Annotation" assignment on Canvas is a type of assignment where students interact directly with a document provided by the instructor, using Canvas's built-in annotation tools. This feature allows students to mark up a document with highlights, comments, or other annotations to demonstrate their understanding, engage in critical analysis, or complete guided activities.

Uses:

• Annotating a text passage to analyze literary elements.
• Labeling parts of a diagram in science or anatomy.
• Reviewing and critiquing a draft or example document.
• Highlighting and explaining key points in a policy or historical document.

• Log in to your Canvas course.
• Click on "Assignments" in the course navigation menu.
• Alternately, create the assignment directly into a Module.

• Click the "+ Assignment" button to create a new assignment.

• Enter the Assignment Name: Provide a descriptive title for the assignment.
• Instructions: Write clear instructions for students. Specify what they need to annotate (e.g., highlight, comment, draw) and any specific areas or questions they need to address.

• Scroll down to the "Submission Type" section.
• Select "Online" as the submission type.
• From the expanded options, check the box for "Student Annotation".

• Upload the document (e.g., PDF, jpeg, doc) that students will annotate:
  • Click "Upload File" to select the document from your computer.
    • Any file type selected will be transformed into an image file, editable with CANVAS Annotation tools.
  • Ensure the document is clear and formatted for annotations (e.g., readable text, diagrams).

• Assign points to the assignment.
• Select the grading method (e.g., percentage, complete/incomplete, rubric).
• If using a rubric:
  • Click "Add Rubric" to create or attach an existing rubric.

• Choose the due date, available from, and available until dates to control when students can access and submit the assignment.

• Click "Save" to review the assignment setup.
• When ready, click "Publish" to make the assignment available to students.

• Preview the assignment in "Student View" student to ensure the document is accessible and annotation tools work as intended.

• If students are new to the annotation tool, give a short tutorial or link to Canvas guides on using the annotation features.