It is vital that you publish your course before the semester start date to ensure your students have access your course on the first day of class. Please review the following instructions on how to publish your Canvas course.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Open Your Course:
- In the global navigation on the left, click the Courses link.
- Select the desired course from the list. If you do not see the course, click All Courses to see the full list.
Navigate to the Home Page: Once inside the course, ensure you are on the Home page. This is typically the default landing page when you enter a course.
Publish the Course:
- In the right sidebar, locate the Publish button. On smaller screens, this sidebar may appear beneath the main content of the Home page
- Click the Publish button. This action will change the course status to published, making it accessible to students.

Important Notes

Un-publishing: If you need to un-publish your course, you can click the Un-publish button in the sidebar. However, once your course contains a graded submission, you can no longer un-publish it.
Student Access: Students will not be able to see or access the course until it is published. Once published, the course will be available according to the term and/or course dates.

By following these steps, you can ensure that your Canvas course is published and accessible to your students.

Additional Resources

How To Publish A Canvas Course