Canvas / Add multiple users to a Google Docs collaboration

Objective

• To provide instruction on adding multiple users to a Google Docs collaboration

User

• Canvas Instructor

Environment

• 10185: Canvas
• 10259: Google Drive
• 11357: Google Workspace for Education
  • Google Apps
  • Google Docs

Cause

• A Google Docs collaboration in Canvas allows you to add up to 50 users per collaboration; and all users can view and edit a document at the same time

Resolution

• Make sure your students have linked their Miami Google account with Canvas
• If not, ask your students to follow these instructions:

1. Log in to Miami's Canvas
2. Select Account in the upper-left
3. Select Settings
4. Select Google Drive from Other Services
5. Follow prompts to register

• This Canvas Guide article offers instructions on creating a Google Docs collaboration

Notes

• Miami Online offers Canvas training
  • Office hours and support will be offered throughout each term. Look for an announcement in Canvas and an email to all faculty
  • Resources for using technology. guides, and best practices can be found on the Miami Online website
• Visit the Canvas Status Dashboard to check performance information for Canvas services
• Instructure provides up-to-date instructor documentation and instructions for Canvas
  • Browse all Canvas Guides by product or see the Canvas Instructor Guide