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FAQ: Slack for Canvas

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Anna WrightAugust 22, 2023
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FAQ: Course Bot (Beta)

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Anna WrightJanuary 8, 2025
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Enhancing Active Learning with Slack

By integrating Slack into your courses, you can create a digital hub that extends student…
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Make Lectures Interactive with Slack Backchannels

Why use Slack backchannels in your course? Because backchanneling can enhance students' learning experiences and…
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How to Join the MIT Sloan Faculty Slack Channel for Generative AI

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Anna WrightAugust 30, 2023
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How to Join a Slack Workspace from a Canvas Course

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Anna WrightAugust 22, 2023
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How to Create a Private Slack Workspace for Your Canvas Course

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Anna WrightAugust 22, 2023
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Setting Up Slack for Student Success

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Jillian RubmanAugust 24, 2023
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Tool Overview: Slack

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Anna WrightAugust 22, 2023

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