I'm interested in learning about schools that have experience integrating AI at the course level within Canvas. I've come across mentions of Khanmigo, but I haven't explored it yet. Additionally, I learned about Noodle Factory's AI Tutor last year, but it couldn't be integrated with Canvas at that time. (Though I like how it can generate tests based on course content). I'm curious if there are other noteworthy developments in this area, and if you could share any experiences or insights you may have.
Thank you.
Hey Jasmiene
I too am interested. Having played about with Microsoft's chat bot quite a while ago (there is a post somewhere in the Community) and keen to develop AI beyond the generative stuff (although that is still pretty good)
I work in K12 so am more keen on ideas of a digital helper/tutor within Canvas or at least using the data set of the course. Was at BETT UK recently (a very large EdTech conference/tradeshow). 2-3 stands with AI tutors including one that linked to Canvas although is was only SSO. Both allowed you to upload files but in effect were mini VLEs. Having a chatbot that could reference uploaded resources and pages whilst providing guided external content would be great.
Ive signed up (probably too late) for Course Factory's trial which seems interesting - Solved: Pilot with CourseFactory to Integrate AI-Powered O... - Instructure Community - 587347 (canvaslms.com)
Would be great to share stuff as we go on and happy to have a chat about any ideas or plans..
I notice Melissa Loble's post on AI and gamification - AI & Gamification: Unpacking the Student Perspective | Instructure We are developing our student credential system and further gamification would be much welcomed.
Gideon
Hi Jasmiene,
Our company Praxis AI is fully integrated with Canvas and you can have your own instance. You can upload your own materials (syllabus, documents, videos) as well as get access to 28 trusted sources (Google Scholar, WolframAlpha, etc). You can personalize the Mentor's name, icon, personality, etc. Since we only use ChatGPT to select the best trusted source and for the Natural Language capabilities, your data and usage isn't open to ChatGPT and isn't used to train or inform the LLM. It's pretty cool.
Let me know if you'd be interested in hearing more or go to www.praxis-ai.com.
No hard sell. We've done free pilots in the past and if it looks like our AI Mentor Pria could be the answer for you, I'd be happy to set you up. In fact, I'll offer that up to anyone here in the Canvas Community who's looking for a solution.
Thanks!Brian Boyd
brian@praxis-ai.com
Have a look at NOLEJ - currently free to use and uses H5P interactives - NOLEJ V1 Canvas intro - YouTube
Hi Jasmeine,
At Praxis AI, we're fully integrated with Canvas and yes, we set up at the course level. You can personalize the AI mentor in some very creative ways and have it ingest your syllabi and course materials so it's speaking directly to what your students are learning. We also use trusted sources like Google Scholar, Wolfram Alpha and 26 others to limit bias and hallucinations. We'd love to hear more about what you're goals are and see if a free trial of Pria is right for you. Let me know if that's helpful.
Hi again Jasmiene
Noodle Factory got in touch and offered us a month free trial. They have improved their integration so now have gradebook integration and what looks like a sort of SSO to Noodle.
Awaiting their on-boarding training to find out more.
Am going to ask them more about their integration model and also their privacy rules/guidelines as we are K12.
Will update as and when....
Hi again Jasmeine
Noodle Factory got in touch and offered us a month trial. They have improved their integration so now have gradebook integration and what looks like a sort of SSO to Noodle.
There are quite a few LTI tools now that integrate with AI solutions to help at the course level. The company I work for, Harmonize Learning, integrates with ChatGPT to create assignments and rubrics so that instructors don't have to spend all that time building them from scratch.
Hope all is well. We at StudyFetch have developed a student centered AI Learning platform that allows students to upload any of their class materials and in return receive AI generated study aids(Flashcards, Practice Tests, Practice Quizzes, Notes, Video Explainers and more). We have a Canvas integration that allows students and faculty to log onto our platform as well as import material from Canvas classes to the platform. If you are still interested in getting an powerful AI powered study platform for your students. Would love to set up some time to talk. I have attached my email below.
tejas@studyfetch.com
Tejas Pulavarti
Jasmine,
I have tried quite a few platforms. I would recommend checking out StudyFetch. It fully integrates with Canvas (and the integration is really smooth). They have a full AI tutor that is really on point. Their teacher tools are FREE, and impressive. It was built for students and the data coming from their rollouts is impressive. https://www.studyfetch.com/. Teacher tools: https://www.studyfetch.com/auth/signup?redirect=tools&isTeacher=true.
Juliann
I teach a non-major's human biology class in a community college. This summer, I implemented Khanmigo in the course, but not within Canvas. As I suspect is the case with all chatbots, it has some pros and cons. If you are interested, email me (wcushwa@clark.edu) and we can set up a time to chat about them.
A substantial challenge for me is that I have to use a "back door" method to get my students enrolled in a Khan Academy class shell after they purchase a subscription online. This step is necessary so I can view their chats. Students under 18 years old must have their parents sign them up, which is an issue for high school students who take college classes. Also, Khan Academy doesn't have a way for our bookstore to sell subscriptions, which means students can't use financial aid or grants for the purchase. At this time, Khan Academy is focused on implementing Khanmigo in school districts, not higher education.
I hope this information is useful to you or others.
Take care,
Willy
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