Canvas LMS Reviews

“Great for school system

Pros

The ability to stay on top and track grades at my own pace is advantageous.

Cons

The absence of notifications for low or failing grades is a concern.

“Canvas

Pros

Appreciation for online modules and the convenience of online testing is notable.

Cons

Issues with logging in and forgetting passwords to access emails have proven challenging.

“Canvas Software for Education

Pros

This software is specifically designed for efficient navigation of grades and assignments.

Cons

Disliking how the home screen consistently reloads from the top of the thumbnail.

“Efficient learning management platform

Pros

The activity dashboard and notification system are standout features on Canvas.

Cons

Facing problems accessing hyperlinks at times; addressing this in future updates would be appreciated.

“Love Canvas

Pros

The software's simplicity and extensive range of features make it a valuable asset.

Cons

Perhaps a more straightforward way to respond to teacher comments.

“Good work and performance

Pros

High availability and uniqueness characterize this software.

Cons

No desire to remove any features; just an additional speed improvement would be welcome.

“Great tool for social media managers

Pros

The software's ease of use is its best feature especially for editing images for business social media accounts. The free version is beneficial for those unwilling to make a purchase.

Cons

Occasional lag when editing large graphics can be bothersome.

“CANVAS easy to use boost your learning

Pros

As a first-time user I find this software handy and consider it a go-to tool for everyday work as a student.

Cons

Challenges with the notification system; a pop-up system or reminder feature would be great.

“So easy to learn

Pros

The software's user-friendliness is crucial especially when teaching a large number of people as it requires minimal learning time.

Cons

No disadvantages found by the moment.

“Familiar layout across courses

Pros

Having completed a few postgraduate diplomas with various institutions using Canvas the familiarity and ease of use were appreciated. Differences between institutions were noted and future courses are hoped to include features like displaying completed sections within a unit.

Cons

It would be beneficial to have a central place for all completed courses on Canvas avoiding the need to log in separately for each institution.

“As User Friendly as the Instructor Designs it to Be

Pros

Noteworthy aspects include ease of use across all platforms a well-designed interface accessibility and innovative features like the hypothetical grades calculator on the grades page.

Cons

Many issues stem from course instructor organization; the interface can become overwhelming if instructors use various sections making it challenging to find necessary materials.

“Canvas - Simple yet robust for instructors

Pros

The integration with other software provides instructors with the ability to create a seamless experience for students.

Cons

Student learning took some time across courses but became simple to navigate once the layout was understood.

“Student

Pros

Daily navigation is remarkably easy with this software.

Cons

Occasional freezing in the middle of tasks has been observed.

“Student review

Pros

Its user-friendly nature extends to the ability to color-coordinate classes.

Cons

As someone who used this during school there are no complaints about Canvas.

“Canvas user

Pros

Navigation remains easy ensuring simplicity for users of all levels.

Cons

Sometimes it could be slow or unclear regarding the location of certain functionalities.

“Amazing software recommended for any learning platform

Pros

Both teachers and students find this software easy to use.

Cons

Test units occasionally didn't autogenerate correctly.

“Canvas parent user

Pros

The Edmond School District utilizes Canvas for parents to track progress access calendars for different activities and appreciate real-time updates from teachers and administrators.

Cons

For an overprotective and involved parent having real-time progress updates for my daughter was essential and I found nothing to complain about.

“first version

Pros

My preference is to highlight the positive aspects since it proved remarkably easy for me to access and comprehend.

Cons

My primary concern is the specific character limit for expressing opinions. An outstanding review should be achievable with fewer words.

“Great software

Pros

The interface is user-friendly making it easy to understand and navigate.

Cons

There can be confusion when toggling between features.

“The best platform for a student

Pros

The standout feature is having everything needed for submission on one page organized by course time and day. It's foolproof if you understand how to use it displaying great potential.

Cons

While generally excellent there's room for slight improvement in organizing each course. Locating assignments or documents can be challenging but this doesn't overshadow the platform's overall strengths.