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Ever feel like you’re having a hard time determining how your students are engaging with your course? For instructors, it’s important to see and understand how students are engaging with the course content as well as how they’re performing on assignments, projects and quizzes. However, sometimes it's challenging to know…
Release Timing: Generally Available on April 18, 2026 as a Feature Option Regional Availability: Globally Supported Customer Type: All Customers Available with: Canvas Key Takeaway: Canvas users can now request generated captions for videos created in Canvas’ Rich Content Editor (RCE). Searchable and navigable transcripts…
Release Timing: Generally Available in April 2026 as a Feature Option Regional Availability: Globally Supported Customer Type: All Customers (excluding elementary) Available with: Canvas Key Takeaway: Customizable Dashboard for Learners introduces customizable dashboard widgets that give students a more personalized and…
As Strategic Consultants, several days every three months - like clockwork - are devoted to preparing and delivering a quarterly Impact Review with our clients and their core Canvas leadership teams. This is not an optional exercise. It takes time, thoughtful preparation, research, identifying the right metrics, a little…
In 2023 Fareham, Eastleigh and Southampton College merged into South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) creating a unique opportunity to improve college collaboration, learning opportunities, and employability in the region. However, the college group would first need to solve a common post-merger problem: how to deliver…
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) is home to a diverse pool of 33,000 students. The institution caters to this varied population through its “Mixed Classroom” model, which encourages students to learn from different perspectives and experiences. To support this model, digital learning environments must be…
This practical guide breaks down the full range of analytics tools available in Canvas, from everyday classroom insights to institution-wide dashboards and AI-powered reporting. Whether you're a current user or considering Canvas for the first time, you'll find clear explanations, real-world examples, and role-based…
The Hidden Levers of Student & Teaching Success You’ve uploaded your syllabus and built your modules—but is your course working for you… or are you working for the course? The difference often lies between a high-engagement course and a 'where do I get started?' or ‘where is this link?’ course. The course lies in a few…
When the Instructure Community moved to a new platform late in 2025, some content ended up in different places. One of the biggest moves we noticed was that content for New Quizzes moved from having its own hub (called the New Quizzes Hub) into the main Canvas LMS area of the new platform. This change happened because New…
Canvas is a powerful platform for managing coursework, and students can benefit greatly by using its features effectively. Staying organized is essential, so keeping track of assignments, modules, and grades helps you plan your time efficiently. Watching tutorial videos and exploring interactive assignments allows you to…