Preparing your Fall 2026 courses in Canvas begins with migrating your Moodle content.

Planning ahead is advised, as the time needed to prepare a course can vary based on course design, content, and use of Moodle features. Support is available to schedule and/or attend when you begin.

Step 1: Migrate one course from Moodle to Canvas

One of the first steps in preparing your course is moving your content from Moodle into Canvas. You can follow step-by-step guidance in either platform; choose the option that works best for you:

For many instructors, migrating one course is a helpful way to become familiar with the process before preparing additional courses.

Additional resource – Download from Moodle, Upload to Canvas

What to expect

All Canvas courses include Elon course templates designed to help you organize your course materials clearly for your students. You can customize these templates to meet your needs. Moving your course from Moodle to Canvas is not a one-to-one transfer.

  • Most content (files, assignments, basic structure) will transfer
  • Some elements may need review or adjustment
  • You’ll have an opportunity to reorganize and refine your course in Canvas

Think of your first migration as a starting point. You’ll have time to review, organize, and refine your course before Fall 2026.

Step 2: What to review first after you migrate

Once your content is in Canvas, we recommend starting with:

  • Course structure and organization
  • Assignments and grading setup
  • Links and embedded content
  • Any activities that may not transfer cleanly

Small adjustments over time will make your course feel more natural in Canvas.

When should I start?

Planning ahead is advised, as every course is different. Some courses require only minor adjustments, while others may take more time depending on their structure and use of Moodle features.

  • During the summer
  • During Planning Week
  • Whenever your schedule allows

Need help getting started?

Support is available throughout the transition.

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Looking ahead

Once you’ve reviewed your migrated course, you may want to explore:

  • Course design and organization in Canvas
  • Assignments, grading, and feedback tools
  • Features that support student engagement

These resources will continue to be added to the Transition Hub over time.