A quick look at the latest product releases, key dates, professional development opportunities, and resources for North American K-12 educators and administrators using Instructure products like Canvas and Mastery Connect.
Are you ready for InstructureCon 2026? We’re heading to Louisville, Kentucky, from July 21–23 to gather the best minds in education.
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Smarter Workflows with IgniteAI
We’re expanding the power of IgniteAI to make your daily workflow smoother than ever:
- MasteryConnect Integration: Say goodbye to manual item creation. Use IgniteAI to generate standards-aligned assessment questions directly from your lesson text or file uploads.
- Context Library: "Ask Your Data" now lets admins upload specific institutional policies and documents. This ensures your AI-driven insights are tailored to your school’s unique rules—no extra prompting required.
- IgniteAI Shortcuts: Stop working harder and start working smarter. Check out our 5 new AI shortcuts designed to streamline your semester prep.
As of January 17, the performance upgrades for SpeedGrader are officially available for everyone. You’ll notice faster load times and better stability in large courses, all with the same UI you already know. It’s a smoother experience with zero retraining needed!
Our Q4 News & Updates blog is live! Dive into new courses like IgniteAI in Action and Canvas Portfolios Unlocked to sharpen your skills for the new year.
Explore the Full Newsletter and Join the Conversation: Read the full January 2026 NORAM K12 Newsletter.
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