Instructors | Adding VoiceThread in Assignments
You will learn how to create a graded VoiceThread assignment in Canvas
1. Create a new assignment
In the Assignments tab, click the + Assignment button [1] located at the top right of the page. You may also add a VoiceThread directly into an Assignment group by clicking the + button [2] associated with that group.
2. Edit the new assignment
Give your new assignment a name and a description, if you choose.
3. Find VoiceThread tool
From the More External Tools [1] button, scroll down and select VoiceThread [2].
4. Choose the assignment type
The Assignment Builder option creates a graded assignment, which will be integrated in your Canvas course grade book. You can see the uses for the other VoiceThread options by hovering over the info icon.
From Assignment Builder, choose the type of VoiceThread assignment.
- Create a VoiceThread - Students must create or upload their own VoiceThread to satisfy the assignment.
- Submit a Comment - Students must comment on the VoiceThread created by the instructor.
- Watch a VoiceThread - Where students must watch the VoiceThread from start to finish.
6. Edit settings
After choosing your VoiceThread assignment, you can choose more parameters for your assignment before finishing. When you have completed setting up your VoiceThread, click Create Assignment and Save.
After you have finished editing the other details of your assignment (i.e. due date, etc.) click Save.
Article Summary
You have now successfully created a VoiceThread in your course Assignments. Click for more information about VoiceThreads in Canvas.
