
Introduction
YouTube is a video sharing service where users can watch, like, share, comment and upload their own videos. Videos can be streamed on PCs, laptops, tablets and via mobile phones.Features
- A pasted link to any YouTube video will automatically be converted into an embedded video
- Easy access via the Rich Content Editor; click a button to embed videos in your course
- Integrated with Canvas Studio where you can create video quizzes, add captions, and view insights.
Getting Started
The YouTube integration is automatically available in all courses at ISU.Instructor Resources
Using YouTube videos in your Canvas course (Instructor)
To add YouTube videos to your course, follow the steps in these guides:
To work with YouTube videos in Canvas, follow the steps in these guides:
Student Resources
Using YouTube videos in your Canvas course
YouTube videos can be embedded in anything that uses the Rich Content Editor. Follow this guide to learn how to embed a YouTube video in discussion replies, wiki pages, assignment submissions, and more:
Online Documentation
Training
- Instructors & Students
- Licensing and Policies
Licensing
YouTube is freely available for all users. A separate account is not needed to view or embed YouTube videos in Canvas.
Policies
Support
- YouTube help center
- ISU Solution Center: solution@iastate.edu / 515-294-4000