Online Onboard Offerings

Instruction for designing, teaching and taking online courses

We understand the value of being able to offer high-quality online education to adult learners. AMS is proud to provide teacher education programs with access to Canvas, a learning management system for online classes. We also offer a variety of educational opportunities to learn how to design and teach online and to learn how to use Canvas through our Online Onboard class offerings. These classes are designed to support different areas related to online learning and do not have a required sequence.

• Art of Online Delivery Using Canvas
• Intro to Design
• Introduction to Online Learning

For information about Canvas, to request a Canvas sub-account for your TEP, or for questions about our learning opportunities contact our professional development team at PD@amshq.org.

Art of Online Delivery Using Canvas

This four-week, primarily asynchronous course, focuses on online class delivery strategies. Learn how to leverage AMS’s online learning management system, Canvas, to create a strong instructor presence, efficiently and creatively manage assignment feedback, and incorporate tools like Zoom and Padlet to enhance engagement and community during online sessions. By the end of this experience, you'll be equipped with strategies and resources for providing quality feedback through Canvas, engaging learners in virtual learning environments, and effectively managing your time as an online facilitator. Come practice your online teaching skills as you develop your own art of online delivery!

Registration for the September 8 session is now open!

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What to Expect

For: Instructors in AMS-affiliated teacher education programs and adult learners working toward becoming TEP instructors. If you are new to Canvas, please complete the free/self-paced Introduction to Online Learning course (linked below) before your Art of Online Delivery cohort begins.

Format/Modality: Primarily self-paced with suggested due dates each week. Optional virtual class meetings will take place each Tuesday from 4-5pm ET. 

CPD hours: 12 - A certificate of AMS Professional Development Hours will be emailed upon completion. An opportunity to purchase a CEU certificate for 1.2 CEUs will also be made available upon completion of the class at a cost of $28.

Cost: AMS Members: $120 | Non-Members: $220

*A minimum of 10 learners are needed to run a class

By registering for this class, you are agreeing to AMS Terms of Service.

Schedule

• Registration Deadline: September 2

• Program Begins: September 8, 2025

• Program Ends: October 12, 2025

Introduction to Designing Online Classes in Canvas

Ready to design your first online course? This self-paced course covers how to create and improve online classes in Canvas, a popular learning management system. 

What to Expect

Who It Is For:

This class is designed specifically for current and future AMS teacher education program (TEP) instructors and anyone interested in developing the skills needed to build classes in Canvas.

What you will learn:

• The fundamentals of online course design. 
• The essential Canvas tools for course development: Creating modules, pages, discussions, assignments, surveys, and more.

What you will do: 

• Gain hands-on Canvas experience through practical assignments.
• Build the foundational elements of your own Canvas class.
• Work through the class content and submit assignments independently by December 31.

How It Works

• The course content and assignments are provided completely online with no scheduled meetings, so you can work according to your schedule. 
• You will receive instructor feedback on key assignments, and if you want extra support, you can schedule optional one-on-one meetings with the instructor. 
• Important Deadline: While you can submit assignments anytime, all work must be completed by December 31, 2025 to earn a 12-hour CPD certificate.

Once you have registered and paid for this course, you will receive an emailed receipt with a link to begin the class in Canvas. 

Please be on the lookout for this email so you can get started right away. If you have any questions, please reach out to pd@amshq.org.

Registration & Pricing

Fall 2025

Enrollment

• Registration: available through November 17, 2025
• All assignments due by: December 31, 2025
• Class Access Ends: January 30, 2026

Cost:

Members: $120
Nonmembers: $220

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Introduction to Online Learning

This self-paced class was created for adult learners who are new to online learning in Canvas. The class provides tips for being successful as an online learner and basic information about using Canvas. This class does not require enrollment and is available at no cost. It is available by clicking (and sharing) the link below.

If you are a TEP leader, please feel free to share this class with your current and future online learners. If you are interested or enrolled in an AMS Certificate Class, the Introduction to Online Learning class is a great resource to explore before your class begins!

What to Expect

For: Adult Learners

Format/Modality: Self-paced 

Cost: None

By registering for this class, you are agreeing to AMS Terms of Service.

Introduction to Online Learning

Canvas Conversations

Join us for our virtual monthly meeting where we talk about Canvas and online learning in teacher education programs. Each month, online instructors and TEP directors get together to discuss what is on our minds, ask questions, and share ideas. We currently meet the second Wednesday of each month from 11 AM — 12 PM (EST). If you are interested in attending, please email katie@amshq.org for registration information.