SAM Smart Start Checklist

Get started with a video training on course creation. Be sure to choose the appropriate content based on your institution’s Learning Management S ystem (LMS)  

• SAM (non-LMS)  

• Blackboard Learn  

• Blackboard Learn Ultra  

• Canvas  

• Canvas LTI Advantage  

• Moodle  

• D2L Brightspace

Review on-demand training and documentation on our  Training Resources and  Instructor Help  websites

• Watch recorded webinars that focus on teaching strategies and thought leadership from your peers 
• Review our Best Practices Guide for more tips, tricks and advice from SAM users 

• Check out our Digital Tips webpage for ideas and recommendations on going digital 

• Visit the Syllabus Resource page to get syllabus language for student purchase options 

• Share the Registration Instructions with your students. They'll find Quick Start Guides and 2-minute videos demonstrating how to register and get started in SAM 

Have a question? Contact our friendly customer support team:

• Visit support.cengage.com or call 1-800-354-9706
• Visit techcheck.cengage.com for real-time system status