What are the basics for setting up my course?

The Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL) has several resources available to help you set up your course site. 

• For a series of videos that provide an overview of key features and tools, please visit our CourseWorks Support page.
• Visit the Canvas site to read the guide for instructors
• For a self-paced online course please go to Introduction to CourseWorks (Canvas) Online to enroll.
• To meet with a CTL Learning Designer for a one on one consultation to help you set up your course site, please email columbiactl@columbia.edu.
• You can get help setting up your course when you visit CTL's zoom or phone (212-854-9058) office hours for faculty, which are staffed by CTL Learning Designers M-F 9-5.

last updated: 08/01/25