Webex / Enable and access in Canvas

Objective

• To provide instruction on scheduling a Webex session in Canvas

User

• Canvas Instructor

Environment

• 10185: Canvas
• 10199: Webex
  • Cisco Webex

Rationale

• Webex allows instructors and students to present information, share applications, and collaborate on projects; stage large-scale online events; and deliver highly interactive and effective online training
• Miami's site license for Webex allows faculty, students, and staff to host Webex meetings 

Resolution

Enable and access Webex in your Canvas course site

• Review the Miami Online guide for getting started with Webex in Canvas
• Webex is integrated with Canvas, so you will find a Cisco Webex link when you scroll to the bottom of your course's sidebar menu
• Review Cisco Webex Education Connector for Teachers for more detailed instructions
• If you receive an error message review the KB article, Webex / Error Record: Unauthorized to host a meeting in Canvas

Notes

• Cisco Webex offers support through video tutorials, guides, and step-by-step instructions
• Cisco Webex support is provided by the vendor
  1. In the Webex portal, locate the left-panel menu and click the WS link to access Webex Support
  2. Make your selection from the left-panel menu 
     • Or click Contact Us  at the bottom of the menu to reach Webex technicians

• Miami Online offers Canvas training
  • To find information and to register, go to the Events Calendar and search for Canvas. Resources for using technology. guides, and best practices can be found on the Miami Online website
  • Self-paced training is available to faculty and staff. Go to Miami Online Catalog and log in
• 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