How do I create a welcome page in bCourses?

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The Home page in bCourses is the landing or first page that everyone sees when they first enter a course site. When users click "Home" in the course navigation menu, it takes them to this page.

Some instructors want to use this space for a "welcome" message to their students that includes a short description of the course, as well as their office hours and class meeting times. Below is an example of a welcome page in bCourses:

Screenshot of sample home page in bCourses/Canvas

To create a welcome message in your course site and set it as the home or landing page, please follow the steps below.

Step 1: Create a Page

See this Canvas Guide: How do I create a new page in a course?

Step 2: Set as Front Page

See this Canvas Guide: How do I set a Front Page in a course?

Step 3: Set as Course Home Page

See this Canvas Guide: How do I change the Course Home Page?