Getting Started with Canvas

What is Canvas?

Canvas is the Learning Management System (LMS) used by PVCC. Students will use Canvas to access their courses and view course materials, submit assignments, participate in discussions, take tests and quizzes, and view their grades. 

Accessing Canvas

Canvas is accessed through the MyPVCC student portal by clicking on the Canvas application tile. It can also be accessed directly through this link: learn.vccs.edu 

Using Canvas

The Canvas Dashboard is the first page that opens when launching Canvas. The Dashboard will show quick access buttons for a student's enrolled classes. Important announcements from PVCC may also appear at the top of the page. For more detailed information on using Canvas, please visit the following pages:

• Canvas Student Guide 
• Using the Global Navigation Menu 
• Using the Canvas Dashboard 
• Viewing Assignments 
• Replying to Discussion Boards 
• Viewing Grades 

Need More Help?

Connect with PVCC Technology Services:

434.961.5400

help@pvcc.edu

Room M832 in the Main Building (Campus Map)