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Canvas iOS app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users enrolled in automatic updates over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available, but iOS users can manually update the app at any time in the App Store. The Canvas iOS app requires iOS 18.0 or…
Canvas iOS app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users enrolled in automatic updates over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available, but iOS users can manually update the app at any time in the App Store. The Canvas Teacher iOS requires iOS…
Canvas Android app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available as an update in the Play Store. The Canvas Android app requires Android 9.0 or later. Canvas App Updates (Android) * Attach Canvas files…
Canvas Android app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available as an update in the Play Store. The Canvas Teacher Android app requires Android 9.0 or later. Canvas Teacher Updates (Android) * Attach…
Canvas Android app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available as an update in the Play Store. The Canvas Android Parent app requires Android 9.0 or later. Canvas Parent Updates (Android) * Added Inbox…
Whether you’ve built a script to save time on grading or manage an integration your institution depends on, API access helps you make Canvas work for your needs. We want to keep supporting that flexibility while giving you better ways to manage and secure those connections. That’s why we’re building new options to replace…
Welcome to the Instructure Community Weekly Highlights blog! Every Monday, we will update you with all the goings-on in the Instructure world from the previous week: community updates, product updates, new blogs to read, and everything else you'll need to know will be here! Community Spotlights Introduction to Audio…
We made a series of changes to the SpeedGrader student list icons, and this disrupted your grading. This blog post is meant to share what happened, and how we’re working to avoid it happening again. What happened Initially the student list conveyed submission status differently on screen than it did to assistive…
Knowing that a feature has been used isn't the same as knowing it was useful. Impact by Instructure now gives every Impact admin a clearer view of how educators and students use Canvas, Mastery, and Parchment Digital Badges. You'll also see whether your guides have been effective in supporting users and driving action and…
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Each quarter, we share what we’re working on to enhance Mastery so you can see how your input is shaping what comes next. At the heart of every roadmap decision is a simple question: how does this help students succeed? That focus is shaping the work you’ll see in the Mastery Collaborative Roadmap. Through ongoing feedback…
Release notes outline upcoming customer-impacting changes that are expected to display in beta and/or production environments. Please note that features considered for future development are not included in the notes. * New to release notes? Visit Understanding Release Notes for a guide on how to read and use this…
Feature Update Release Timing: Generally Available March 26, 2026 as a Feature Option. This feature will be enabled by default for all users July 1, 2026 and will be enforced August 15, 2026. Regional Availability: All regions Customer Type: All customers Available with: Canvas Key Takeaway: The New Quizzes Native…
The Instructure Community will be unavailable on Tuesday, November 17, from 6–9:00 pm, MT (1:00–4 am UTC on Wednesday, November 17), for scheduled maintenance on our community platform. This maintenance is scheduled and run by our platform, Higher Logic Vanilla, not Instructure, to support platform security, stability, and…
We're releasing table-level access control for the Canvas Data 2 (CD2) / DAP Query API to help institutions and partners have more precise control over which data tables can be accessed via the API for greater efficiency, simplicity and governance. From November 9, 2026, a CD2 API key carries an explicit list of the tables…
Reflection Questions.docx * How do you make most of your decisions? When I make most of my decisions, I usually think about how the situation will turn out before I decide what to do. I try to look at the possible outcomes and think about what would happen depending on the choice I make. I don't always know exactly what…
Behind every data point is a story — and these sessions uncover how to find it. From building smarter assessment systems to making sense of institutional audits, this collection is all about transforming information into impact. Learn how educators and institutions are using Canvas tools to streamline data workflows,…
From compliance to compassion, these sessions shine a spotlight on what it really means to make learning accessible—for every student, in every space. Explore real-world examples of institutions transforming their accessibility practices, from inclusive course design to full-scale policy rollouts. You’ll hear from experts…
Explore strategies for creating inclusive learning for diverse learners, experimenting with AI in education, and building flexible, participant-paced training systems that align with adult learning principles. Hear real-world examples from public sector organizations and corporations using Canvas to deliver professional…
This mixtape spotlights creative ways schools are turning Canvas into a hub for connection, communication, and continuous growth. From building digital classrooms for staff to crafting adaptive professional learning models, these sessions hit all the right notes for supporting every learner—from new users to seasoned pros.…
This mixtape showcases how higher education institutions are building resilient, future-ready campuses through smart use of Canvas. Explore how schools are centralizing faculty resources, auditing and scaling digital credentials, powering industry-aligned workforce training, and designing accessible, inclusive courses from…
Turn up the volume on professional learning! This playlist brings together organizations reimagining how Canvas powers continuing education, career training, and professional development at scale. From launching nationwide micro-credentials to building multi-institution frameworks, integrating real-time learner data, and…
From kindergarten curiosity to middle school milestones and high school mastery, this playlist is your all-access pass to the K-12 Canvas experience. These sessions spotlight teachers and districts using Canvas to spark student agency, simplify digital learning, and meet learners where they are—whether that’s through…
This playlist drops the ultimate mashup of AI and analytics in higher education. From universities experimenting with GPT-powered tools to campuses remixing Intelligent Insights for ROI, student engagement, and accreditation, these sessions bring the beats of innovation straight into Canvas. You’ll hear practical takes on…
Presenters * Katie Novack, Ed.D * Dr. Michelle R. Weise Description First up on our lineup, hear from Katie Novak, Ed.D., international UDL expert, author, and educator as she debunks the many myths around Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and shares how it can be a proactive framework that helps all students succeed and…
Workflow Insights & Shared Resources from Last Month's User Group Join us for a brief summary of key workflow lessons learned and top resources shared during our October user group session ("Steal My Workflow"). Discover actionable insights and practical takeaways to help optimize your district's vetting processes. Session…
The Canvas Klatch is an online office hour open to all members of the Instructure Community. It started as an office hour for the courses I teach for the Online Network of Educators: * Introduction to Teaching with Canvas * Advanced Techniques with Canvas * Online Teaching and Design * Equity & Culturally Responsive Online…
How WeVideo helped Miami Dade College prove mastery of online learning November 17, 2026 9:00 am, MT | 11:00 am, ET In a fully online course, a completed reading and a watched video look identical in the LMS. Neither tells you what a student understood — and by the time the midterm does, it's week five. WeVideo enabled…
Ryan Lufkin and Melissa Loble work through questions sent in by EduCast3000 listeners and the wider educator community — from accessibility on a tight budget to how to run an ed tech pilot that gives you a usable answer. They cover how to build accessibility into a course from the start, how to set AI expectations that…
You’ve built your Canvas course and are ready to organize your content for maximum impact, but aren't quite sure where to start with modules? We've got you covered! Drop in for an interactive Ask a Coach session hosted by our Community Coaches. Bring your top questions about structuring modules, naming conventions, module…
Open office hours for finding your way around New to the Community, or just want to get more out of it? Drop in for Community Compass, an open office hour where you can ask anything about the Instructure Community. Bring your questions about notifications, profile settings, finding the right group, or connecting with other…