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How to Import to Canvas: Common Cartridge Method

Import Resource Hub content into Canvas course via common cartridge

Written by Lisa Doty

Part One: Resource Hub Steps

Step 1: In the Resource Hub, navigate to “Courses.” Select grade level.

Step 2: Click the unit/module name to expand the menu view. Click the section/topic title to open it that section/topic.

Step 3: On the module page, click “Import” in the upper right corner.

Step 4: Click “Begin Import Process”

Step 5: Default import setup settings will be listed. Click “Edit preferences” to change which item(s) you wish to import. Otherwise, click “Continue to Review.”

Step 6: Scroll to review import details. Click “Continue to Download” at the bottom of the page.

Step 7: Content is now ready to download. Click “Download .imscc File.” This file will be imported into Canvas after logging in.

Part Two: Importing Content to Canvas

Step 1: Log in. Open Canvas and log into your account. Navigate to the course where you want to import content.

Step 2: : Click “Settings” in the course navigation menu on the left.

Step 3: Import course content. Click “Import course content” on the right side of the page.

Step 4: Select content type. Choose “Common Cartridge 1.x Package” from the dropdown.

Step 5: Upload file. Click “Choose file” and select your named file. It should be named something like, “IM-Grade 3-canvas-export.imscc” (or something similar). The file name will appear under the file upload box.

Step 6: Select content. Choose “All content,” or select specific items to import.

Step 7: Start import. Click “Import” and wait for the import to complete.


Troubleshooting:

Can't find “Import Content” in Canvas?

  • Go to Course Settings -> Import Course Content. You need teacher or admin permissions.

  • View this Canvas import guide for additional support.

File won’t upload?

  • Ensure stable internet connection and try downloading the file again.

Need additional support? Contact us at hub@modernclassrooms.org.

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