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Has Canvas recently changed their qti format? In the past I could export a quiz that used question groups and import it into Respondus 4. When I do that now I get the error when previewing the file: DynaZip UnZIP error: zip file structure invalid (problem extracting file(s)). I was able to import a quiz qti that did not…
how to i install the lockout browser for my class
Hi All. I have been retroactively assigning captions to my images in Canvas and I noticed something strange. I have been adding the image captions within Canvas pages by clicking on “image options” and entering the information, saving the page. However, when looking at the “Files” view of the site, the captions are not…
I'm currently trying to do a quiz on Canvas but it says the service is unavailable due to maintenance. How long will the site be down?
I recently created a quiz where students give each other feedback on a game they have created. I set the quiz up as a stimulus question (with a link to the game as the stimulus) and then 6 questions for the students to answer based on the stimulus. I saved questions to the bank and used them in each of the stimuli.…
How do I search all my rubrics without going to individual classes
I'm teach MATLAB which is a coding environment where program files (scripts) are assigned the extension "*.m" by default. I keep this extension code when I upload scripts for students to view. And if I attempt to preview the script file, Canvas doesn't know what to do with it, even though it is just simple text. I'd like…
I'd like to have a quiz posted for each class period for the whole semester. I know how to duplicate an assignment, but that requires deleting "copy" from each duplicate and changing the date for each assignment. Is there a way to duplicate the assignment like a repeating calendar event "repeats every M, W, and F until May…
Our Elementary Sub Account is set with a Mastery Scale of FOUR Mastery levels: * Insufficient Evidence * Developing * Approaching * Meets However, we have a special project with our Office of English Language Learners who would like to use the WIDA Levels of language proficiency -- and I was hoping to be able to add those…
Why is there the setting "Lock this setting for sub-accounts and courses" if this can't be opted out at the course level? There should be an opt-out at the course level and we should also be able to have tags available and disabled by default. This is something that courses should be able to opt-into, not forced to opt-out…
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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 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 CVC@ONE: Introduction to Teaching with Canvas Advanced Techniques with Canvas Online Teaching and Design Equity & Culturally Responsive Online Teaching Humanizing Online…
Live Webinar The Future of Video Search in Canvas: How AI Is Changing the Way Students Learn March 25, 2026 | 9 AM MT / 11 AM ET Video is no longer just something students watch—it’s how they study, review, and prepare. Join experts from Instructure and Panopto to explore how institutions are transforming video in Canvas…
Rethinking K–12 science learning? Join NORC at the University of Chicago and Instructure on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 9 AM MT for a live webinar. Learn how intentional use of technology can boost engagement, equity, and instructional impact—without overburdening your resources. Register now for this research-backed,…
Discover how New Quizzes gives you more powerful tools to assess student learning while actually saving you time. This session focuses on faculty-favorite features, including AI-powered question creation and enhanced support and settings. We’ll demonstrate how to provide more flexible accommodations and use richer data to…