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Hi, So, in a recent update to the speedgrader, the UX has added confusion and possibly work on instructors. The image below/attached should illustrate. Checkmark for graded is good. Colored dot for submitted but not yet graded is good. But just leaving the not submitted as blank would be much better than giving it a…
I’ve been having lots on issues recently with canvas not saving my handwritten notes for lecture content on the uploaded pdf slides. All it takes is a little mistap out of the pdf into the modules section, then boom 2 hours of work gone and I have to redo it all. There needs to be a better autosave feature or a way to look…
Canvas iOS app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users enrolled in automatic updates over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available, but iOS users can manually update the app at any time in the App Store. The Canvas Teacher iOS requires iOS…
Canvas Android app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available as an update in the Play Store. The Canvas Teacher Android app requires Android 9.0 or later. Canvas Teacher Updates (Android) Anonymous…
Canvas iOS app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users enrolled in automatic updates over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available, but iOS users can manually update the app at any time in the App Store. The Canvas Parent iOS requires iOS 18.0…
Canvas Android app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available as an update in the Play Store. The Canvas Android Parent app requires Android 9.0 or later. Canvas Parent Updates (Android) View specific…
Canvas iOS app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users enrolled in automatic updates over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available, but iOS users can manually update the app at any time in the App Store. The Canvas iOS app requires iOS 18.0 or…
Canvas Android app version updates are distributed in a phased rollout, which distributes the update to all users over time. The features in these notes may not immediately be available as an update in the Play Store. The Canvas Android app requires Android 9.0 or later. Canvas App Updates (Android) Access Study Tools to…
I had a teacher ask if its possible to reassign something in the teacher mobile app? Sounds like its working for them on desktop but they haven't found it in the mobile app.
It would be helpful to see at least part of an essay submitted by students as I'm making my audio comments. Now, though, the modal box takes up most of the screen real estate in Speed Grader preventing me from quoting from what the student has submitted. Could it be smaller if one is choosing audio comments (rather than…
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We're releasing table-level access control for the Canvas Data 2 (CD2) / DAP Query API to help institutions and partners have more precise control over which data tables can be accessed via the API for greater efficiency, simplicity and governance. From November 9, 2026, a CD2 API key carries an explicit list of the tables…
Purchase Orders (PO) checkout is now available in Canvas Catalog as of October 27. Institutions and organizations can now buy courses and programs through their existing procurement process. Catalog administrators can sell to buyers who can't pay by credit card, and buyers can request seats without paying by credit card at…
We just wrapped our October New & Next Showcase, with plenty to recap. If you couldn't join live, or want a second look at the details, this post is for you. Three New & Next Showcases in, and we have to say, we’re thrilled with what we've built. The first two centered on primary updates–first, IgniteAI feature…
TLDR: Notebook expands to mobile apps with offline access, alongside improved search, organized views, bulk delete options, and downloadable exports for web users. Before Notebook, students took notes in external apps. They copied course materials out of Canvas and lost access to those notes when studying offline or on the…
Release Timing: Generally Available on October 27, 2026 as an optional Account Setting Regional Availability: Global Customer Type: Higher Education/Business & Government Available with: Canvas Catalog Key Takeaway: Administrators can enable purchase orders as a checkout option, making it easier for organizations to…
Release Timing: Generally Available November 202026 Regional Availability: Available in all regions Customer Type: All customers Available with: Canvas Core | New Quizzes Key Takeaway: New Quizzes is introducing a series of small but targeted improvements designed to reduce common friction across assessment creation,…
Since we launched Canvas Portfolios last year, four pieces of feedback came through front and center. Bringing an assignment into a portfolio meant syncing it from Canvas: a linked reference, not evidence of its own. The Rich Content Editor held only plain text and files, with no room for a video, a board, or anything…
Dear Parchment Digital Badges Community, Badge creators know what their credentials represent. But finding the right skill within a large taxonomy can still require trying several keywords, comparing similar results, and knowing the terminology used by the taxonomy. A badge may clearly describe a learner’s capabilities…
Business continuity is more than keeping a system online. It is about helping institutions continue teaching, supporting students, and making critical academic decisions even when normal access to technology is interrupted. Earlier this year in response to the security incident, we made the difficult choice to take Canvas…
Ask Your Data users can now take their visual analysis and presentation to the next level with our latest redesign of the tool’s charting experience. You have more chart types to choose from, more control over how your data is presented, and a simpler way to create and refine charts that clearly communicate what your data…
Proving mastery in the age of AI. October 29, 2026 | 9 AM MT / 11 AM ET AI can write the essay and pass the test. So what still counts as proof that a student learned something? That question now lands on assessment strategy, integrity policy, and accreditation evidence — not just on individual courses. Join Instructure…
Most small businesses and mid-market teams don't have a training department. They have someone who got handed a stack of policies and a deadline. This webinar looks at how Canvas Career by Instructure helps those teams build and launch courses fast, without a big content team or a long build process. We'll cover what sets…
Join us for the October Impact User Group Meeting on Thursday, October 29, at 6:00PM ET. We will discuss any recent or upcoming product updates, hear and see examples of best practices from other customers, and have breakout sessions where questions can be answered and discussed among peers. The meeting will be recorded…
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,…
The Michigan Canvas Users Conference brings together users from higher-ed institutions in the state which use Instructure products to encourage collaboration, sharing, and discussion around the best practices in teaching and learning. Come meet your peers from other Michigan institutions! Registration is required for the…
Join Us at Alabama Canvas Connect 2026! We are excited to announce the 2026 Alabama Canvas Connect, hosted at The University of Alabama at Birmingham! This one-day immersive event brings together educators, instructional designers, and edtech leaders to explore the latest innovations transforming higher education across…
Convene Sancroft, St Paul's, London This year at CanvasCon Europe, we’ll be exploring what it means to be ready for the future of education. Join us for two days full of insightful presenters, unforgettable learning and collaboration with the best community in edtech. Register Now
Meeting performance targets requires using actionable, real-time assessment data to identify learning gaps early, drive targeted interventions, and measure growth long before state testing windows open. Student performance on LEAP outcomes should never be a surprise. It is vital to know how your students are tracking…
The Canvas Klatch is an online office hour open to all members of the Instructure Community. It started as an office hour for the courses I teach for the Online Network of Educators: Introduction to Teaching with Canvas Advanced Techniques with Canvas Online Teaching and Design Equity & Culturally Responsive Online…
Ryan Lufkin and Mary Styers, Director of Evidence & Impact Strategy, sit down with Dr. Reshma Gouravajhala, Director of Impact and Research at Riipen and a cognitive psychologist who previously led research and analytics at WGU Academy, to work through what micro internships actually do for students and the employers who…