Step 1: Student Generates Pairing Code

As a student, you can generate a pairing code to link an observer to your Canvas account. You must create a separate pairing code for each observer who wants to link to your account. For more information on pairing codes, view the Pairing Codes - Frequently Asked Questions PDF.

An observer may be your parent, guardian, mentor, counselor, or another individual who needs to view your Canvas courses. Linked observers can can view and participate in certain elements of your Canvas courses. For more information on the observer role, view the Observer Visibility and Participation PDF.

Note: If you are an observer and want to generate a pairing code for a student, you will need to log in to the student’s Canvas account and follow the steps in this lesson. After you have copied the pairing code, you can link to the student by entering the code in your User Settings.

Open Settings

In Global Navigation, click the Account link [1], then click the Settings link [2].

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Pair Observer

Click the Pair with Observer button.

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Copy Pairing Code

Copy the six-digit alphanumeric pairing code [1]. You will need to share the code with the observer who will link to your account. The pairing code will expire after seven days or its first use.

To close the window, click the OK button [2].

Note: Pairing codes are case sensitive.

Step 2: Parent Creates Canvas Observer Account

The following instructions are for parents who do not have a Canvas account and want to observe their students in their courses.

Parents can sign up as an observer in Canvas. Observers can link their Canvas account to their student's account so they can see assignment dues dates, announcements, and other course content. Observers can view the course content but cannot participate in the course.

Open Crater BIS Canvas Log In Page

In a web browser, go to: https://craterbis.instructure.com

Create a Canvas Account

Click the Parent of a Canvas User? Click Here For an Account link.

Enter Sign Up Details

Enter the following information:

Enter your name in the Your Name field.
Enter your email in the Your Email field.
Enter your password in the Password field.
Re-enter your password in the Re-enter Password field.
Enter a paring code to link your account to your student in the Student Pairing Code field.
Click the Start Participating button.