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We are interested in using Credentials for PL and in our RTO space and are looking at a solution that meets the following:Badges issued through Canvas (with only teacher interaction being setting the Objectives)Badges expire on a given date rather th...

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Hello!I am wondering if Canvas Credentials are usable with elementary-aged students. In the past, badging was not available because of COPPA requirements that Badgr didn't meet (the last time I looked at it).  I tried searching for it and found archi...

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Hallo All!We're new to Badgr and recently created an issuer/badge (super straightforward and easy).Today, we issued our first badge. The recipient received their 'Congratulations, you earned a badge!' email. The image for the badge works and is visib...

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I have 28 badges that are specific to completing tasks, with one additional badge that is used for multiple assignments.  When I check my leaderboard, it says 144 badges for each student because it appears to be multiplying assignments. Am I reading ...

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I would like to talk to anyone who is using Canvas and Badgr Pathways to track faculty professional development. The would be for tenure and promotion and/or adjunct faculty professional development. We want to use tools that we already are using. I ...

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Previously, Badgr Pro required an extra subscription cost.Now that Canvas has acquired Badgr and it is being rebranded as Canvas Credentials...does anyone know if those Badgr Pro features will still require an extra cost?  Or will those features be i...

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Hi all,There's been a lot discussion lately around the workplace about the value of micro-credentials. To me, a micro-credential seems to be a new buzz word for digital badges. They sound like almost the exact same thing in each article I read.Has th...

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Tl;dr: We are thrilled to announce our latest LTI integration with Canvas Credentials (formerly known as Badgr) as part of our continued commitment to deeper cross-product integrations and more effective use of technology for teaching and learning!

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Heads up! We’re performing a crucial AWS Aurora migration soon. Discover when this might affect your Canvas Credentials experience and what to expect.

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The Canvas Credentials LTI 1.3 upgrade is here, and we’re ready to ensure a smooth transition for all users. Whether we’re handling the upgrade automatically or helping self-hosted Canvas accounts make the necessary adjustments, we’ve got you covered...

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Heads up! We’re performing an essential AWS upgrade soon. Find out when this might affect your Canvas Credentials experience and what to expect.

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We're updating Canvas Credentials with Talent Neuron's market-driven skills taxonomy as the new default, bringing real-time job market insights directly into the platform. Alongside this, our new flexible skills option lets you retain your existing t...

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Canvas Credentials has a new default skills taxonomy provider in Talent Neuron. We are excited to provide more information about the value that this integration can bring to Canvas Credentials customers.

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Exciting news! Starting August 5, Canvas Credentials Pathways will offer greater flexibility by allowing optional badge requirements at the step level. Discover how this update, inspired by your feedback, can enhance your pathway design.

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Streamline your students' badge management experience with our newly reintroduced Backpack feature in the LTI 1.3 integration. Learn how this update can enhance engagement and contribute to your institution's credentialing success.

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Exciting news! Canvas Credentials is on the verge of unveiling the latest innovation in digital credentialing: Open Badges 3.0 compliant micro-credentials. But what exactly does this mean for you? Dive into our upcoming blog post to discover the tran...

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Ready to revolutionise your badge management process? Discover how our latest feature enhancement in Canvas Credentials allows you to effortlessly bulk award multiple badges to diverse recipients with just a CSV upload. Say hello to streamlined effic...

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Say goodbye to waiting! Our latest update to the Canvas and Canvas Credentials sync process now enables near real-time badge awarding and enrollments. Dive in to discover how this game-changing improvement will enhance your credentialing experience.

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Discover the latest on our phased sunset of legacy interface of Canvas Credentials LTI 1.1. Learn how to transition smoothly to the upgraded version for optimized performance. Plus, find out about automatic upgrades and the opportunity for active use...

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Get ready to simplify your issuer operations with our latest update! Learn how our Enhanced Staff Management APIs streamline staff management tasks within Canvas Credentials. Explore the new endpoints and discover how they can make your workflow more...

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Get ready for a game-changing addition to Canvas Credentials LTI 1.3! Our upcoming Evidence Submission feature ensures transparency and authenticity in badge awarding, empowering educators and inspiring learners. Stay tuned for March 18th as we unvei...

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Discover the latest game-changing update in Canvas Credentials! Our Notification Enhancements are here to revolutionize your notification experience. Gain full control over your notification settings, choose between email or in-app notifications, set...

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Exciting news awaits! Discover the latest upgrades coming to Canvas Credentials that promise to revolutionize your notification experience. Stay tuned to explore streamlined settings, timely updates, enhanced customization, and more, ensuring an even...

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Embark on a seamless transition as we bid farewell to the legacy Canvas Credentials LTI, making room for a more enhanced and cohesive user experience. Discover the strategic decisions driving this change and how it propels us toward an optimized cred...

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Explore how Canvas Credentials is revolutionizing educational technology with the integration of Instructure’s new global navigation wrapper, creating a seamless and cohesive experience for educators and learners alike. Join us as we embark on a jour...

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Dive into enhanced badge management with the new "Export Organization Badge List" feature in Canvas Credentials. This community-driven functionality, shaped by your requests, empowers administrators to effortlessly access and export crucial details a...

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Discover Canvas Credentials' newest upgrade – the anticipated 'Delete Option' for badge classes. Regain command of your credentialing system with this user-friendly feature, enabling the effortless removal of unwanted badge classes and a streamlined ...

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As we find ourselves at the close of another transformative year, we can't help but take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've shared. The Canvas Credentials community has been at the heart of every milestone and improvement, and as we ...

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Unveil the future of Canvas Credentials!  Join us in overcoming accessibility challenges, as we work towards a seamless and inclusive user experience. Open the door to exciting updates and be part of the journey!

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Discover the future of Canvas Credentials as we revolutionise our notification system to align seamlessly with your needs. Your voice matters—be the architect of change.

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Canvas Credentials Community, the revolution begins on December 4th!  Unlock the power of seamless course management with our upcoming blueprint and course copy integrations. No more struggles—just pure efficiency awaits. Ready to transform your exp...

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Exciting news alert! Credentials just got a boost – Group end dates can now stretch up to 6 years! But wait, there's more in the pipeline. Click to uncover the details and stay at the forefront of Credentials!

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Hello, data enthusiasts! Have you ever felt like an analytics explorer lost in a sea of badge statuses and predefined date ranges? Fear not! At Canvas Credentials, we've been listening, learning, and enhancing our analytics views based on your valuab...

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Canvas Credentials Release Notes

Learn about the latest releases, updates, and bug fixes for Canvas Credentials

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (26 August), Canvas Credentials is integrating Talent Neuron as the default taxonomy, enriching our product and incorporating market labor data. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (5 August), the requirement to set a badge in a Pathway step is removed. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this release, see ...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (1 July), users can access badges from the Backpack link in the Global Navigation, Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this rel...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (10 June), an Allow instructors to make pathway subscriptions option is available. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this rel...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (28 May), admin and issuers can bulk award badges for multiple badges and various users using a single CSV file. Additionally, learners receive notifications for changes related to evidence submissions. Subs...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (23 April), an Issuers tab is added to the Credentials LTI Setup for issuer roles. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this rel...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (25 March), users can submit badge evidence, and administrators have the option to allow issuers to manage the visibility of the Learner Record menu. Additionally, the list of all badges in an organization is...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (11 March), notification enhancements are available. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this release, see the Canvas Release N...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (28 February), the user interface has various design updates. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this release, see the Canvas ...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (19 February), admins and issuers can customize group end dates. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this release, see the Canv...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release an Issuers tab is added to the Credentials LTI Setup. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this release, see the Canvas Release ...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (22 January), issuers and administrators can delete badges. Additionally, admins can export a detailed badge list and the Who is Awarding Badges report CSV is redesigned. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Cred...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (8 January), the Singapore region is supported. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this release, see the Canvas Release Notes ...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (11 December), issuers and admin can archive badges. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this release, see the Canvas Release ...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (4 December), Blueprint integrations and Course Copy are supported. Additionally, course roster updates sync to groups automatically. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified ...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (13 November), Group end dates are extended and phase 1 of a sync refactor is implemented. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (30 October), a custom date range filter is available when filtering analytics. Additionally, a date restriction update is available when managing badges. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (25 September), Analytics has enhancements at the Organization level, Issuer level and Badge level. Additionally, label text is updated on the subscription page. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials r...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (28 August), by default, newly created custom certificates are disabled. Additionally, admins and Issuers can set a date to award badges upon completion of a course. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentia...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (26 July), admin and instructors can switch between automatic and manual awarding options when editing badges. Additionally Screen Reader users receive alerts when the live search fields update and can naviga...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (3 July), the issuing organization can be changed to a LinkedIn company URL and custom badge property items can be rearranged by dragging and dropping items into the desired placement. Additionally, multiple ...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (26 May), a multi-select input type is available for Custom Badge Properties. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this release...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (13 March), in Account Settings, individual users can merge multiple existing accounts together on the same server. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For gen...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (17 February), users can delete their individual account. Subscribe to the Canvas Badges/Credentials release notes to be notified of updates.For general questions related to this release, see the Canvas Rel...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Badges/Credentials release (5 January), Canvas Badges and Canvas Credentials have been rebranded. Additionally, the LTI 1.3 navigation label has been updated to reflect rebranding in Canvas and Blackboard. All Resources  Subscribe to...

Badges/Credentials Releases

Canvas Badges/Credentials releases take place as determined by the product team and deploy new code to the production environment. Canvas Badges/Credentials Release Notes (2024-03-25) New Features LTI 1.3: Evidence SubmissionsGroups: Group-Level Lea...

Badges/Credentials Releases

In this Canvas Credentials (Badgr) release (12 July), the Canvas Credentials (Badgr) LTI 1.3 update allows existing LTI installations to be upgraded to the newest version. Badge triggering occurs automatically once daily and users can associate a pat...

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