Canvas Template Flowchart

Evergreen Page Template Selector

Pick the template that matches what this page is mainly trying to do. If two purposes are equally important, split into two pages.

Option A — Resource Hub

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Use when: You’re curating optional or reference materials students may browse throughout the course.

  • Clear categories (e.g., Articles, Books, Media, Tools)
  • Jump links for quick scanning
  • Expandable sections to reduce scroll fatigue

➜ Best for: “Go deeper” resources not tied to a specific week.

Common content

  • Additional readings and reports
  • Books and chapters
  • Podcasts and videos
  • Databases, tools, datasets
  • Cases and examples

Option B — Policy & Expectations

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Use when: The page explains course rules, grading, participation norms, or recurring expectations.

  • Summary first (what students must do)
  • Then details (policies, edge cases, FAQs)
  • Links to official course policies where relevant

➜ Best for: homework policies, grading rules, academic integrity, participation.

Common content

  • How grading works (and where to see it)
  • Late work and extensions
  • AI / collaboration expectations
  • Communication norms

Option C — Tool / Setup Guide

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Use when: Students must follow a repeatable workflow (setup, submission, peer review, or tool use).

  • Numbered steps with checkpoints
  • Screenshots only where they add clarity
  • Troubleshooting / common issues

➜ Best for: logistics, pre-course setup, “how to submit,” peer review workflows.

Common content

  • What you need before you start
  • Step-by-step instructions
  • Checkpoints and tips
  • Common errors and fixes

Option D — Archive / Example Repository

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Use when: The page is a curated collection of examples (code, cases, past work, demos).

  • Organize by week/module or by theme
  • Short “what to notice” notes per item
  • Clear labeling of type and purpose

➜ Best for: code examples, case collections, annotated archives.

Common content

  • Example links and repositories
  • Sample artifacts with brief annotations
  • Optional starter templates
  • Archive organized by week or topic