Canvas Help for Herts Students

• What is Canvas?
• Canvas Guides (most useful for students)
• Library SkillUP
• Need extra help
• Access problems

What is Canvas?

Canvas is your online learning hub at Herts. You’ll use it to:

• Access your module materials
• Submit assignments
• Join discussions
• Check your grades

It keeps you connected with tutors and classmates.

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📘 Canvas Guides (most useful for students)

Here are quick links to the guides you’ll probably need most:

• Using the Dashboard
• Navigating the Module Home Page (called “Course” in official guides)
• Using the Inbox
• Managing Notifications 
• Editing text with the Rich Content Editor
• Working in Groups 
• Viewing Discussions 
• Checking Grades 
• Viewing Quizzes 
• Viewing Assignments 
• Submitting  Online Assignments 
• Signing up for Calendar Appointments
• Canvas Student app guides: Android &  iOS

📚 Library SkillUP

SkillUP helps you build study and digital skills. It covers:

• StudyNet, Canvas & Programme sites
• Quizzes, assignments, Turnitin, marks & feedback 
• Tracking progress with grades and the My Learning dashboard

👉 Start here: Library SkillUP Click +Join this module to access the resources.

👩‍💻 Need extra help?

• Visit the Learning Resources Centre for drop‑in support from Student Technology Mentors
• Book an online 1:1 appointment via the SkillUp Canvas Calendar

⚠️ Access problems?

If modules are missing, incorrect, or you’re not getting notifications: Go to the StudyNet and Canvas Modules page for guidance.