At the transition points between academic terms, the Centre for Instructional Support hosts workshops for APSC instructors and TAs who need to be quickly acquainted with Canvas and/or wish to refresh themselves on some of the basic functions useful for course set up and delivery.
Register for a workshop using the form below.
Instructor Workshops
Workshop Topics Include:
- Setting up your course homepage and organising modules
- Creating assignments, quizzes, and Gradebook workflows
- Using SpeedGrader effectively
- Managing announcements, communication, and accessibility features
- UBC-specific tips for course publishing and student support
| Date | Day of Week | Time | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 12, 2026 | Monday | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM | In-Person |
| January 13, 2026 | Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM | Remote |
| January 16, 2026 | Friday | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Remote |
TA Workshops
Workshop Topics Include:
- Navigating Canvas from the TA role
- Managing course content and announcements (with instructor permissions)
- Managing assignments, quizzes, and discussion facilitation
- Using SpeedGrader and moderating submissions
- Best practices for TA communication and student support
| Date | Day of Week | Time | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2026 | Wednesday | 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM | In-Person |
| January 20, 2026 | Tuesday | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM | Remote |
Register for a Session
Can’t Make It?
We additionally offer one-on-one support for all APSC instructors and TAs throughout the academic year. To access this service, please reach out to us using our Request Form or send an email to learning@apsc.ubc.ca.