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Hello, We populate our Canvas via Banner SIS connections, Loading is going great, but we want to develop a policy on removal - I searched the community - are there any best practices for managing students and faculty accounts? Challenges: Faculty need access back like 4 years (due to courses being offered every other year…
A teacher at my school set up her coursework category to "Drop the lowest score" in both Canvas and PowerSchool (we use both). At the end of the semester, 13 of her 78 students had different percentages, with 8 of those being corner cases, resulting different letter grades. And all of those scores were higher in Canvas. I…
We are a credit retrieval school where students do one course every 4ish weeks. We load students into a course through Skyward (grade posting/transcript service) and Canvas and Skyward sync to load students into Canvas courses. Our issue is that when a student finishes a course, and their grade is transcripted in Skyward,…
Hello, Is anyone doing a grade sync from Canvas to Jenzabar? Thanks!
Is there ANY way to automate/force Canvas to sync ungraded assignments with Veracross SIS? right now our only solution is to require teachers to enter a fake grade, sync, and then remove it. I am willing to entertain 3rd party solutions if there is one available.
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When students enroll in a program, they expect to start learning right away. But in Catalog, that first step has not always been smooth. Instead of seeing all their courses in Canvas, students had to manually launch each one before it appeared on their dashboard. That extra step often caused confusion. Students wondered if…
Canvas on iOS 26: Experience "Liquid Glass" We’re excited to unveil a fresh look for the Canvas mobile apps on iOS 26! This update embraces Apple’s new Liquid Glass design system, bringing a more modern, fluid, and immersive feel to our Learner, Educator, and Parent experiences. What’s Changing? The core of this redesign…
Canvas Portfolios: Now in the Palm of Your Hand! Following our recent announcement of Canvas Portfolios in Canvas, we’re thrilled to bring this powerful tool directly to your mobile devices. Whether you’re a student showcasing your latest project or a teacher reviewing student growth, you can now access Portfolios…
We will be performing scheduled maintenance on Canvas Catalog as part of a planned infrastructure upgrade. This effort is part of our ongoing commitment to improve platform performance, reliability, and long-term stability. What is happening Canvas Catalog will be temporarily unavailable during the timeframes listed below.…
Dear Parchment Digital Badges Community, We are excited to introduce a change many of you have been asking for. Starting from January 26 in Beta and moving to Production on February 9, your grading setup in Canvas will power badge awarding in Parchment Digital Badges This ensures that badges are issued according to the…
Accessibility improvements are coming and bringing along automated captioning to Canvas with it! Through real-time video transcripts, both Canvas and Canvas Studio users will be able to search, follow, and revisit key moments in videos, plus more. We are happy to announce a major upgrade to your video experience which will…
As a product manager, one of the most rewarding parts of my role is seeing how customers actually use what we build. Not just the workflows we design for, but the ones that emerge once a tool is placed in real classrooms, under real constraints, with real time pressure. Over the past few months, I’ve spent time talking…
We are happy to share a major milestone in our journey of content accessibility in Canvas: the upcoming launch of our new Course Accessibility Checker. The tool will be integrated into the core Canvas experience and access to it can be controlled at both the account and course level. As accessibility mandates and…
Over the past year, New & Next has become a key part of how we communicate product updates—giving our customers clearer visibility into what we’re delivering, what’s coming next, and why it matters. That commitment was on full display during our November 2025 New & Next Showcase, the first of its kind, which brought…
Meet learners where they are Not every learner uses Canvas the same way. Whether it’s a corporate trainee, a continuing education student, or someone enrolling in a public program, many don’t have Canvas login credentials. That created friction right at the start. Starting January 27, institutions can remove that barrier…
Join us as we explore ways for your institution to create content learners will actually want to watch while also ensuring compliance needs are met via Canvas Studio. You will have the opportunity to hear customer success stories and see a demo of Canvas Studio from Product Specialists, Emily Koutsoyannis and Kevin Sun. If…
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,…
Big News for Canvas Admins: Lucid Just Got Easier We heard you! And we’ve collaborated closely to bring you a more powerful, intuitive experience. Join us for a Customer Learn More Session, hosted by Instructure, led by the Lucid Product Team. In this session, Lucid will deep dive into Lucid’s new, improved Canvas…
Admin Library Configuration & Optimization Is your edtech library acting as the "single source of truth" your district needs? Join us for a deep dive into Admin Library configuration, where we will share "tips & tricks" to streamline your management processes. A well-maintained library is vital for compliance and informed…
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…
You’re invited to join our upcoming Canvas Office Hours, a dedicated session designed specifically for our Business and Government partners. This is your opportunity to ask questions, review release notes, and collaborate with other organizations.
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…