Getting Started
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3

💫Objective

Get ready to “level up” your LMS learning with the VVA Statewide LMS Success Program! Our objective is to provide a differentiated, tiered learning structure that supports and amplifies statewide LMS learning through role-specific pathways, at no cost, to all Virginia public schools.

💫What is it?

Learning pathways are organized according to specific LMS user roles, with each branch divided into three levels (Level 1, Level 2, & Level 3). The learning pathways are curated with a combination of offerings from Virtual Virginia and Instructure’s Canvas services including the Training Services Portal and consultant workshops. To complete a level, you will need to submit evidence for completing the offerings available in that level pathway. A digital badge is awarded with the successful completion of each level.

💫How to Sign Up

This learning pathway focuses on the K-12 Instructor experience. LMS user roles associated with this pathway include classroom teachers, and in some cases, may include counselors and support personnel. In order to begin, you must join the VVA Professional Learning Opportunities course. After you join the course, you may then access the learning modules for Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. Let’s level up our LMS success together!

Please review the K-12 Instructor guide for further details.

Participants Must Earn 5 ❤️ to Pass Level 1

First, make sure you have enrolled in this course.

Core Learning Tasks: Must Complete All

Canvas for Beginners Part 1 ❤️
Canvas for Beginners Part 2 ❤️
Join and participate in at least one PLN User Group ❤️
Explore recorded presentations ❤️

VVA Outreach Webinar Recordings
PLC Workshops
Fast & Curious Series

Power-up Learning Tasks: Choose 1

Exploring the Canvas Commons ❤️
Data for Teachers ❤️
Course Communication Tools ❤️
The Student Experience ❤️
Canvas for Littles ❤️

Access the Level 1 module to complete the core & power-up learning tasks.

Participants Must Earn 5 ❤️ to Pass Level 2

First, make sure you have enrolled in this course.

Core Learning Tasks: Must Complete All

Champions ❤️
Diving In: Project-Based Learning ❤️
Connecting Educational Tools (division aligned):❤️

Canvas + Google Integration OR
Canvas + Microsoft Office Integration

Accessibility ❤️

Power-up Learning Tasks: Choose 1

Outcomes and Rubrics for Instructors ❤️
Managing Assessments in New Quizzes ❤️
Canvas for Special Education ❤️
Blended Learning Conference Course ❤️

Access the Level 2 module to complete the core & power-up learning tasks.

Participants Must Earn 5 ❤️ to Pass Level 3

First, make sure you have enrolled in this course.

Core Learning Tasks: Must Complete All

Hitting the Mark: Student Engagement ❤️
Blazing the Trail: Cognitive and Collaborative Strategies ❤️
Canvas for Performance-Based Teaching ❤️
Mastery Paths Creation ❤️

Power-up Learning Tasks: Choose 1

Getting Started with Canvas Badges ❤️
Group Work and Collaboration ❤️
Canvas in Math & Science ❤️

Access the Level 3 module to complete the core & power-up learning tasks.