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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:…
Importing a few things from one Canvas course to another, I accidentally clicked the wrong course to import from. I realized the mistake, went back, and imported from the correct course. But the incorrect course is still stuck in my import queue and "waiting for selection." How can I cancel or clear it out from there? I…
The PDF documents appear not to be loading in SpeedGrader (image 1 below). I found that it's because the document view is too small, and I'll have to resize it using the handle (circled in the images) every time (for every student). This is also the case for everyone else on the instructor team. Has anyone also encountered…
I’m writing to ask whether there’s a way to enable text-to-speech for quizzes to meet IEP/504 requirements. Many of our special education students are joining general education classes for the first time, and for some, the accommodation is not about comprehension but about demonstrating what they learned. In our ASYNC…
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'.
An instructor at our institution accidentally deleted a student's comment that they left on an assignment. Is it possible to restore the comment? I checked in /undelete, but the most recent deleted object was from over a month ago. Thanks.
I have a quiz set for 2 hours and its availability window set for 2.5 hours. During the exam I receive the warning message as follows: Please note that the adjusted time limit you've set extends beyond the "Until Time" of [Apr 16, 2026, 11:30 AM] for this quiz. The quiz will automatically submit at the "Until Time" you've…
Hello - We are in the process of implementing a resource for our faculty to dig deep into student MCQ exam performance to evaluate the effectiveness of our questions on high stakes exams. We are currently using Classic Quizzes due to the inability to download statistics from New Quizzes in a usable format. I noticed that…
We are experiencing an issue in New Quizzes where the “Previous” and “Next” navigation buttons appear far down the page, below the visible view point of the screen. This happens after the student has submitted the quiz and clicks Return. The navigation buttons should appear immediately after quiz content, but now the…
Hi everyone, I’m trying to figure out if there’s a way to create custom groups of students that aren’t tied to a specific course section or class period for the purpose of due date differentiation. Right now, the only options I see for the “Assign to…” feature are entire class periods or individual students. What I’d…
HTML lists have a sensible default, where the list numbering or bullet style changes as you indent. This is a crucial visual cue to help you understand which level of indention a list item belongs to. For example, an ordered list typically uses numbers for the first level, letters for the second level, etc. Not only is…
The feature request area has changed, apparently. How do I submit a feature request or idea?
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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?…
Release Timing: Generally Available April 17, 2026 as a Feature Option. This feature will be enforced on for all users July 1, 2026. Regional Availability: NORAM (US only) Customer Type: K12 Available with: Mastery Connect Key Takeaway: Accessibility is an increasingly important priority for districts as they navigate…
To improve consistency, observability, and security across Instructure developer platforms, we are announcing two upcoming API changes. Per the Instructure API policy, both changes will take effect 90 days after this announcement, at 2026-07-13. These updates affect: Canvas Live Events Data Access Platform (DAP) Query API…
We’re excited to announce a series of important updates to the DAP Query API / CD2 schema. These changes are designed to resolve data integrity issues, improve data types, and introduce highly requested columns to give you deeper insights and better control over your data pipelines. The changes will go live on April 27,…
We’re excited to announce that Section-Based Listings are now live in Canvas Catalog, giving administrators greater flexibility to control how listings map to Canvas sections based on their enrollment needs. This opt-in capability makes it easier to manage courses across multiple terms, audiences, or schedules while…
Live Webinar Beyond Detection: Cultivating Academic Integrity in the GenAI Era Date: April 22, 2026 Time: 9 AM MT / 11 AM ET How does your institution handle the ethics of assessment in 2026? Join Dr. David Rettinger and Justin Depuydt for a webinar on building a "Tech Stack of Excellence." We’ll explore how to leverage…
Join us for a live look at how charter and independent schools are modernizing diploma management with Parchment. We will explore digital and print diploma workflows, including direct-to-student shipping for virtual and distributed schools, and include a live product demo. Graduation is a milestone moment. Delivering…
In this session, we’ll provide updates on how AI features, as well as advanced analytics, interactive video, and engagement tools, are mapped across a simplified, tiered Canvas structure. We’ll also preview the shift to more modern, connected workflows within the Canvas experience itself, and share exciting advancements in…
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…
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…
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.…