I was wondering if there was a way to display student name on my home page. I am thinking of displaying something like: Welcome, [Student name].
I am not sure if it's possible to do that. Let me know if anyone has done this before
Hi @NayanikaGoje
What you're describing is possible in Blackboard using "template variables", but there is no equivalent functionality built into Canvas.
Some admins/developers are trying different ways to replicate this functionality by customizing the Canvas theme with additional code (see https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Higher-Ed-Canvas-Users/simulating-replicating-Blackboard-quot-template-variables-quot/ba-p/571524 ) but it's not something that you can do as an individual instructor.
@NayanikaGoje ...
Do you know if your school uses DesignTools (Design PLUS) from Cidi Labs to design content layout? If so, I know there is something called a "hidden gem" that allows you to display someone's name on a page. To my knowledge, this would only work if your school had purchased the DesignTools software and integrated it with your school's Canvas environment. Here is a screenshot with the information:
I hope this helps a bit. Sing out if you have any questions...thanks!
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