How Do I Send Students Nudges from the Gradebook?

Allison McComb Updated by Allison McComb

How Do I Send Students Nudges from the Gradebook?

The Canvas Gradebook offers a simple way to reach out to learners when you notice that they are falling behind in their coursework. 

From any assignment in the Gradebook, hover your mouse over the titles of the assignment, and click on the three black vertical dots, click “Message Students Who”. This is also indicated by the red background color which aligns with the students' name in the assignment column.

By default, this feature will be set to student who “Haven’t Submitted Yet”. From here, you can send a brief message to all students falling under that category and encourage them to submit their work.

We recommend using verbiage, such as the following, in your Gentle Nudge message:

Subject: Gentle Reminder

Hello [Student First Name],

It has come to my attention that you have at least one assignment that has not been submitted for this course, which will end on [Course End Date]. All coursework must be submitted by that time.

Please be aware that if you receive an Incomplete for the course, you will need to retake the course (a fee may apply) to receive your certificate. If you have any questions, please contact me or helpdesk@ecornell.cornell.edu

[Closing Salutation],

[Your Name]

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