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This year at InstructureCon, exploring the Partner Hall comes with a reward. Introducing Learnerville Loot: the official currency of InstructureCon 2026. Instead of another piece of swag, we're inviting you to experience a little more of Louisville. As you make your way through the partner hall, you'll have the opportunity…
The Instructure Community is powered by thousands of passionate educators, innovators, and adventurers from all around the globe. As we prepare to visit the Bluegrass state for InstructureCon 2026, let’s light up the map! Where are you traveling from? Add your location below (or directly on the InstructureCon 2026 World…
Presented by Karina Raimont Diblasi Session Description Transform passive video consumption into active learning. This session explores how K-12 instructional designers can leverage Canvas Studio to create engaging, interactive video experiences. Discover how to embed questions, spark discussions, and use analytics to…
Presented by Kelly Bonifield Session Description In an era where information is instantly accessible, students must develop the ability to move, refine, and strengthen knowledge through discussion. This session introduces educators to the Stronger & Clearer discussion protocol — a high-impact routine that increases…
Presented by Hildi Pardo, Arlington Public Schools, VA Kati Costar, Arlington Public Schools, VA Session Description The Arlington Public Schools (VA) Office of English Learners partnered with the district’s Canvas Admin to design and implement a WIDA‑aligned Speaking Practice Course to support elementary English Learners…
Presented by Ashley Jackson Ivey, Plano Independent School District Session Description Feeling overwhelmed by a sprawling ecosystem of digital tools in your district, leading to budget inefficiencies and underutilized resources? Discover practical strategies and lessons learned from a year of significant growth and…
Presented by Jenna Eastham Jo Cox Dianna Knox Tim Arnold Jeremy Hill Session Description How do you turn 40 years of combined EdTech and Canvas LMS expertise into a high-stakes Run for the Roses? This panel features five veteran Digital Learning Coaches from Indiana who are taking the reins of organic collaboration. This…
Presented by Tricia Aylward, Volusia County Schools Session Description Ready to leave the starting gate with confidence? This session shows how to harness your district's textbook adoption across ELA, MAth, Science, and Social Studies to standardize and strengthen Canvas use in the elementary grades. We'll build a Derby…
Presented by Jamie Bratvold John Casott Mike Crawford Session Description Bringing Canvas to elementary classrooms takes more than a strong launch—it takes the right lineup, a clear game plan, and support that lasts well beyond opening day. After completing the first full year of districtwide Canvas implementation in…
Presented by Ashley Jackson Ivey Session Description Stop guessing and start growing your district's Canvas usage with data-driven precision. Discover how we moved beyond intuition to leverage Canvas Admin Analytics to pinpoint where educators truly need support. Gain practical strategies for data-diving into Canvas…
Presented by Troy Lynch Session Description This session showcases how real middle and high school teachers can design and organize their Canvas courses to support clarity, consistency, and student success. Using authentic course examples, we will walk through effective Module structures, streamlined navigation choices,…
Presented by Krista Heidenreich, Lakota Local Schools Session Description Step inside The Canvas PD Distillery, where professional development isn’t delivered — it’s carefully crafted. In this engaging, Louisville‑themed session, we’ll take participants on a tasting tour of how Lakota Local Schools built a small‑batch,…
