Canvas & Online Learning
Update on Self-Service and Canvas Login Issues
During the first week of classes, the District was notified of students and faculty
experiencing difficulties accessing Self Service and Canvas. The root cause has been
identified as a synchronization workflow issue between the District’s ERP system (Colleague)
and the authentication systems. As a result, some students did not receive login credentials,
while others received credentials that did not function properly.
At this time, the Information Technology Support and Solutions (ITSS) department has
resolved the majority of these issues. A smaller number of students continue to experience
login challenges, and ITSS is actively working to resolve the remaining cases as quickly
as possible.
We apologize for the inconvenience this has caused our students, and we recognize that timely access to Self Service and Canvas is critical, particularly at the start of the semester. ITSS remains committed to providing prompt support and ensuring that all affected students can access the systems and resources necessary for their academic success.
Any students who continue to have technology issues can report them directly to the Admissions and Records office at AR@sjcc.edu or call (408) 288-3700. Any faculty who continue to have technology issues can report them directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor of ITSS , Prashant Shinde (prashant.shinde@sjecd.edu) and please copy the interim Vice President of Academic Affairs, James Carranza (james.carranza@sjcc.edu).
Online classes
Taught completely online, on your schedule.
Readiness quiz
Tech support
There are many ways to take classes at San José City College. Online learning may be right for you. A computer or tablet and you’re on your way! There are two kinds of online courses:
- Online classes are taught completely online.
- Hybrid classes are taught partly in the classroom and partly online.
Check our class schedule for online classes.
Online orientation is also available.
Online Orientation Instructions (opens in a new tab)
Canvas Login Instructions (opens in a new tab)
Is online learning right for you?
Online and hybrid classes (also known as distance learning) are not for everyone. To help you decide whether distance learning is right for you, take this self-assessment quiz:
Take the quiz now (opens in a new tab)
Distance learning can be an excellent way to achieve your educational goals, especially if you need a more flexible schedule or cannot come to campus. Keep in mind:
- Online courses require as much time and commitment as classroom-based courses.
- Most communication with instructors and classmates will be in writing (email, discussion forums, chat, blogs, wikis, or other tools in Canvas).
Getting started with Canvas
All classes use an online learning management system (LMS) called Canvas.
- Canvas login: sjcc.instructure.com/login/canvas (opens in a new tab)
- Canvas help from ITSS: sjeccd.edu/district-services/ITSS/canvas (opens in a new tab)
Self-Service
Self-Service lets current students register, pay fees, view class schedules, grades, GPA, and transcripts, and more.
Online support services
- Online Academic Support Services (PDF) (opens in a new tab)
- Library (opens in a new tab) – research help, study spaces, and online materials
- SJCC Library Databases (opens in a new tab) – journals, magazines, and newspapers
- Campus Store (opens in a new tab) – textbooks, supplies, and more
- The OWL at Purdue (opens in a new tab) – writing resources
Canvas & MyWeb support
For assistance with Canvas or MyWeb contact the Help Desk:
helpdesk@sjeccd.edu
408-270-6411
Canvas support during non-ITSS hours
Student Office 365 login
For students with Office 365 webmail accounts:
- Go to outlook.com/sjcc.edu (opens in a new tab)
- On the sign-in page, enter your username in this format: username@stu.sjcc.edu
- Enter your password (initial default may follow district guidelines).
If you need further help, contact the Help Desk at 408-270-6411.
Videos
Log in to Canvas
Ready to get started? Access your courses, assignments, and grades in Canvas.