8.9 Remove Unnecessary Links From Course Navigation Menu

Creating effective navigation is crucial for the success of your course. You want your students to focus on your coursework rather than spending time trying to navigate your course.

 Recommended Course Menu Sections

  • Home
  • Announcements
  • Syllabus
  • Modules
  • Grades

Sections like Assignments, Pages, Files, and Quizzes are not included in this example. The Modules section should be the single point of entry to your coursework, as having more than one entry can confuse students. By limiting access to the Modules section, you gain greater control over how students navigate your coursework.

Instructions

To modify or reorganize the course navigation within your Canvas course, follow these steps:

  1. Access Course Settings:

    • Log in to Canvas and navigate to your course.
    • Click on the Settings link at the bottom of the Course Navigation menu.

  2. Open Navigation Tab: In the Settings area, click the Navigation tab.

  3. Reorder Navigation Links:

    • You can reorder the navigation links by dragging and dropping them. Click on the link you want to move and drag it to the desired location. Drop the link in place by releasing the mouse button.
    • Alternatively, use the Move To option. Click the Options icon (three vertical dots) next to the link you want to move, select Move, and choose the desired placement from the sidebar menu.

  4. Enable or Disable Links:

    • To enable a link, drag it from the hidden section at the bottom of the page to the visible section at the top. To disable a link, drag it from the visible section to the hidden section.
    • You can also click the Options icon next to a link and select Enable or Disable to show or hide the link.

  5. Save Changes: After making your changes, scroll to the bottom of the page and click the Save button to apply the changes.

  6. Verify Changes: Check the Student View to ensure that the navigation menu appears as expected for students. You can do this by clicking the Student View button in the course settings.

By following these steps, you can effectively customize the course navigation menu to suit your course's needs and improve the navigation experience for your students.

 Additional Resources

How Do I Manage Course Navigation Links Links to an external site.