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What happens when you put powerful AI, real professionals, and a little bit of curiosity in the same room? You get a Prompt Party. And of course you’re invited. All throughout May, we’re getting together for a live series inside the Instructure Community focused on one thing: Shared exploration of IgniteAI Agent in a way…
I am trying to edit my course pacing for specific students. I would like for them to skip a module. I currently use Course Pacing & Modules to organize. Is this possible for me to modify for specific students? M1: Complete M2: Skip M3: Complete
At Carolinas College, we actively use the Microsoft Education External Tool in Canvas to create assignments from Word document templates. This workflow works well for us: Canvas creates a copy of the document for each student, and instructors can view submissions directly in SpeedGrader as static PDF snapshots. This setup…
Canvas deploys contain code changes that are intended to fix bugs, improve performance, and prepare for new features. These deploys take place every two weeks and can be tested in the beta environment before the production deploy date indicated in the title of this document. Visit the Canvas Collaborative Roadmap to…
Hi I don't seem to find the AI tool in speedgrader to assist with text input grading. There is also no video available yet. The tool is enabled at root level but I can't find it in a quiz or an assignment with a text-based input.
Hi! Some of my faculty have been asking about spellcheck in the comments box. Is that in the timeline? Thanks in advance!
Do you wish you could add more than just text with colors and images? Canvas's Rich Content Editor (RCE) hides a powerful functionality that allows us to customize our courses with truly effective designs: the HTML editor (</>). Yes, that tool we usually only use to embed videos. But the HTML editor allows much more than…
Upcoming Canvas Changes 2026-06-17 Deprecation: Removal of Unauthenticated File Access 2026-06-20 Breaking Change/Enforcement: User-Agent Header Enforcement 2026-06-30 Deprecation: Removal of Legacy Login User Interface. End of Life: Canvas ePortfolios No Longer Available 2026-07-01 Enforcement: New Quizzes Native Canvas…
In SpeedGrader, on submitted assignments, I can hit the pencil icon at top right to change the submission's status, like from None to Late: For unsubmitted assignments, I am presented no such option: This is not helpful. This student has a zero due to a documented medical situation, so I want to excuse it. I should see…
I recently watched the April 2026 "New & Next" podcast where Instructure discussed some of the IgniteAI features and how Instructure would indicate whether the IgniteAI feature would be free or require a separate purchase or something like an upgraded Canvas LMS tier package. Instructure mentioned three Canvas categories:…
Hi everyone. I am currently having this issue: one of my student took yesterday a final exam twice (I had set it allowing my students to take it twice with LockDown Browser). But both attempts were incomplete: the student's notebook froze at one point. In order to let them exit the exam, we had to force an exit and reboot.…
My students are telling me that they can't resubmit assignments where they have already made a submission via the google drive external tool. The due date and 'until' date have not passed, and the number of submissions allowed is 'unlimited'.
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Understanding what happens after a badge is issued has always been one of the biggest gaps in credentialing. You could see activity across badge creation, awarding, and sharing. But it was still difficult to answer critical questions: Are learners actually accepting badges? Are those badges being seen after they’re shared?…
With LearnPlatform, districts don’t need to guess when it comes to edtech.They can see their ecosystem, vet tools for safety and compliance, prove what works, and optimize for learning outcomes. Recently, we announced our commitment to the accessible modernization of LearnPlatform. Today, we are thrilled to follow up and…
We’re excited to announce that the Unified Cart Experience is now live in Canvas Catalog, delivering a more streamlined and flexible way to purchase and manage course and program enrollments. What’s new? Catalog now features a single, unified cart that makes purchasing simpler and more intuitive with configurable seat…
We’ve heard consistent feedback around the need to support meaningful student engagement and accessibility—while also simplifying workflows for both instructors and learners. As part of our broader focus on creating more intuitive and streamlined day-to-day experiences in Canvas, we’re continuing to invest in improvements…
At our recent New & Next Showcase, members of our leadership team dug into the future of Canvas and unveiled new Canvas tiers, details on IgniteAI feature availability, plans to evolve the user experience, updates to our Impact product, and more. As promised, below is a quick look at additional product updates we didn’t…
By Shiren Vijiasingam & Rachel Orston We just wrapped our second New & Next Showcase. We want to take a moment to share what we covered for those who couldn’t join live, and add some context around it for those who did. A rebroadcast is available on the Instructure events page. IgniteAI: From preview to practice Let’s…
Modernizing Your Mastery Experience: Accessibility and UI UpdatesIn every school district, tools are only as effective as they are accessible. Educators and administrators rely on core workflows every day to track student growth and manage curriculum. That is why we are excited to announce a series of modernization updates…
Rethinking the Learner Experience on Mobile: New Dashboard is available For students, the Canvas mobile app is often where they quickly check in with their learning. Whether they are commuting or standing in line, they’re usually trying to answer two questions: what needs attention right now, and how are they doing? While…
We’re keeping Beta on its current schedule This week, we shared that the Canvas Beta environment would move from a weekly to a three-week refresh cycle beginning May 2, 2026. The response from the Community was immediate, thoughtful, and clear. Based on that feedback, we’re reversing the decision. The Canvas Beta…
We’re excited to share the launch of our new Canvas Dashboard, now rolling out April 18th as a feature option to all users after a successful Early Adopter Program. For years, we’ve heard consistently from institutions and students: how can we make it easier for students to see what’s important and find their course work?…
We’re excited to introduce a new quarterly Implementation Webinar series designed to support Canvas Administrators during setup, rollout, and early adoption. These sessions are built to help you better understand admin functionality, available training resources, and how to get the most value from your On-Demand Training…
The keynotes and sessions in Spokane may be over, but the conversation is just getting started. Join us for the InstructureCon25 Encore Series—a book club for the Instructure Community that brings the voices of featured speakers into your everyday learning. One book at a time, we’ll read, reflect, and keep the…
As the demand for stackable, career-relevant learning grows, higher education institutions must evolve to serve both traditional and non-traditional learners. Featuring insights from John Louviere of Idaho State University, this webinar discusses the strategic move toward a "fundamentally different" learning experience. We…
Whether you’re new to Canvas or looking to expand your skills, each Klatch session offers a welcoming space to share ideas, ask questions, and learn from one another. As a K12 Canvas Admin and Technology Instructional Specialist, I am passionate about helping teachers simplify their workflow, make the most of their time,…
The keynotes and sessions in Spokane may be over, but the conversation is just getting started. Join us for the Book Club: The InstructureCon25 Encore Series—a book club for the Instructure Community that brings the voices of featured speakers into your everyday learning. One book at a time, we’ll read, reflect, and keep…
Building on our first session, When AI enters the classroom, this webinar shifts from discussing AI to applying it in a thoughtful manner. We’ll cover the key themes shaping AI in higher education, then explore how your institution can move forward with a clear sense of direction, and in a way that aligns with your goals.…
Transitioning to a new tool requires more than just a feature list; it requires a strategy. In this final session, we discuss how to manage the move to New Quizzes by highlighting its maturity and reliability. We will cover how to communicate the benefits of improved security and usability to your campus, ensuring your…
We want to ensure you don’t miss the very first Prompt Party - a live, interactive session designed to help you explore IgniteAI Agent in a way that actually clicks. This isn’t a webinar. This is a working session. What to expect In this kickoff event, you’ll see real prompts in action from educators who are already…
End-of-Year Essentials: Closing Out 2025 & Prepping for Fall The end of the school year is a critical time for decision-making and housekeeping. Join us to review the essential "End of Year Considerations" to ensure a smooth transition into summer and a successful launch next fall. We will focus on strategies to keep your…