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[Session] From Blackboard to Canvas. Tips and tricks for an easy transition.
Presenter * Lisa Panagopoulos, University of Massachusetts Lowell Description Making the switch from Blackboard to Canvas can feel overwhelming, but this session will provide practical tips and tricks helping to make the transition a smooth one. Attendees will explore the most common sticking points such as: * Learning to…
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[Session] From Acne to Achievement: Canvas in Middle School
Presenter * Maria Tenny, Rockwood School District Description Between braces, acne, voice cracks, and first crushes, middle school can be an awkward time for many students. However, while our middle schoolers are going through so many changes, they shouldn’t also have to struggle with learning or navigating the challenges…
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[Session] First-Year Undergraduate Students’ Perception of a “Good Teacher”
Presenter * Farah Kashef, St Petersburg College Description What makes a “good teacher” in the eyes of first-year undergraduates? This session dives into a fascinating case study viewed through the lens of the TPACK model. Discover how students’ perceptions challenged traditional ideas and added unexpected dimensions to…
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[Session] Extracting the Inaccessible: A Selenium-Powered Solution for Canvas Credentials Data Repor
Presenter * Joshua Merlenbach, University of Missouri Description Canvas Credentials provides a powerful badging platform, but some critical data points remain inaccessible through traditional APIs and exports. This session will explore how Selenium, a browser automation tool, can be leveraged to extract hidden data and…
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[Session] Expanding Canvas Beyond the Classroom: Innovative Uses for Engagement & Collaboration
Presenters * Jamie Bratvold, Sioux City Community School District * Mike Crawford, Sioux City Community School District Description Canvas is more than just a Learning Management System for coursework—it is a powerful tool for communication, collaboration, and engagement beyond the traditional classroom. This session…
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[Session] Enhancing Student Engagement with AI: U-M GPT Maizey and Canvas
Presenters * Ben Andries, University of Michigan * Kalpana Joshi, University of Michigan Description Discover how the University of Michigan’s U-M GPT Maizey transforms teaching and learning by seamlessly integrating with Instructure’s Canvas. Designed for educators, Maizey leverages Canvas’s LTI 1.3 framework to embed…
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[Session] Enhance your Teaching with AI: Leveraging Khanmigo Teacher Tools in Higher Education
Presenters * Ken Moyer, Cal State Fullerton * Shelli Wynants, Cal State Fullerton Description This presentation demonstrates the integration and application of Khanmigo Teacher Tools within the Canvas Learning Management System for higher education. Khanmigo, an AI-powered teaching assistant developed by Khan Academy,…
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[Session] Engaging Young Learners: Transform Elementary Education with Canvas
Presenter * Kelley Gerstenmier, Franklin County Schools Description Educators working with elementary students who want to maximize Canvas in their classrooms won’t want to miss this session! Attendees will explore practical strategies for utilizing Canvas across all K-5 content areas, moving beyond basic functions to…
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[Session] Empowering Students with Canvas: A Starter Toolkit for Student Centered Learning
Presenter * Cathy Wells, Clover School District Description Discover how Canvas can transform your classroom into a hub for student-centered learning. This session will explore strategies for fostering student agency, designing personalized learning pathways, and implementing mastery-based learning using Canvas tools.…
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[Session] Empowering Inclusive Learning: Harness Canvas Tools to Make Learning Accessible
Presenter * April Burton, Francis Howell School District Description With the Federal Title II ADA regulation mandating that schools comply with the latest web accessibility guidelines, many teachers and administrators are wondering where to start. This session will explore how to leverage Canvas's features to create…
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[Session] Elevating Workforce Training and Certification with Canvas, Catalog, and Credentials
Presenters * Paola Sanchez, Intelvio * Shauna Vorkink, Intelvio Description As workforce training and professional certification evolve, continuing educational institutions and career training providers must leverage the right tools to stay ahead. This session will equip you with practical strategies to maximize Canvas,…
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[Session] Ed Tech Academy: Canvas Engagement Tools - Elevating Faculty and Student Success
Presenters * John Cook, Chippewa Valley Technical College * Larissa Smith, Chippewa Valley Technical College * Melody Brennan, Chippewa Valley Technical College Description At Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC), the Ed Tech Academy is a key initiative designed to improve faculty development and online student…
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[Session] DeVry's Agentic AI Professor: Transforming Learning with Proactive Canvas Support
Presenters * Dan Tranter, DeVry University * Richard Korczyk, DeVry University Description This session showcases DeVry's groundbreaking implementation of Praxis AI's human-centered digital twin technology. Unlike traditional reactive AI assistants, DeVry's approach creates context-aware agentic professors that proactively…
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[Session] Comprehensively Addressing Student AI Use in Online Learning
Presenter * Mike Agostinelli, Montana Digital Academy Description As artificial intelligence rapidly evolves, online learning institutions must proactively address both its challenges and opportunities. Over the past 18 months, Montana Digital Academy (MTDA) has developed a comprehensive approach to AI use in student…
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[Session] Change Management for Institutional Digital Badging Policy Implementation and Revisions
Presenters * Jessica Palmer, University of Wisconsin-Madison * Sarah Korpi, University of Wisconsin-Madison * Wendy Fritz, University of Wisconsin-Madison Description Change is hard. Rolling out new campus-wide policies doesn’t have to be an uphill battle. This session shares smart, practical strategies for implementing…