How to Embed Interactive Visualizations or Calculators in a Canvas Lesson

2024-09-30 • 4 min read

How to Embed Interactive Visualizations or Calculators in Instructure Canvas

Embedding interactive data visualizations or calculators into your Canvas course can enhance learning and engagement for students. This guide will walk you through the simple steps to embed your interactive content into a Canvas course.

Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Log in to Your Canvas Account

  1. Go to Canvas: Open your web browser and navigate to your institution's Canvas login page.
  2. Enter Your Credentials: Log in with your username and password.

Step 2: Navigate to Your Course

  1. Select a Course: From your Canvas dashboard, click on the course where you want to embed the visualization or calculator.

Step 3: Access the Course Content

  1. Open Modules or Pages: Depending on where you want to add the content, navigate to Modules or Pages in the course navigation menu.

Step 4: Add a New Item

  1. Add a New Module or Page: If you're in Modules, click on the "+" icon to add a new module item. If you're in Pages, click on the "+ Page" button to create a new page.
  2. Title Your Item: Give your new module or page a title that reflects the content you’ll be embedding.

Step 5: Embed the Code

  1. Switch to the HTML Editor: In the content editor, click on the "HTML Editor" button. This will allow you to input HTML code.
  2. Copy the Embed Code: From your interactive data visualization or calculator platform, copy the provided embed code (usually looks like <iframe src="..."></iframe>).
  3. Paste the Code: In the HTML editor, paste the embed code where you want the content to appear.

Step 6: Save and Publish

  1. Preview Your Changes: After pasting the code, click the "Save" or "Save & Publish" button to apply your changes.
  2. Review the Content: Check that the embedded content displays correctly and functions as intended within your Canvas course.

Conclusion

Embedding interactive data visualizations or calculators in your Instructure Canvas course is a simple process that can significantly enhance the educational experience. By following these straightforward steps, you can integrate dynamic content that engages students and provides valuable insights.

Start embedding today to make your Canvas courses more interactive and informative! For more tutorials, check out our guide on How to Embed Interactive Visualizations or Calculators in Miro.