Canvas Credentials CSM Blog- December 2022

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Credentials CSM Blog for December 2022: Changes to the Community!

We have a few things to share this month, and all have to do with the Instructure Community.

First, an overhaul to the Canvas Credentials guides: Canvas Credentials: The Great Overhaul - Instructure Community 

“Canvas Credentials, formerly known as Badgr, joined the Instructure family in mid-2022. Becoming part of Instructure has provided opportunities for Badgr to grow. The long-awaited 1.3 Groups LTI moved out of beta to become available to all users. Now that the dust has settled on this transition, it’s time to welcome in the Canvas Credentials documentation by giving it some love and care. Sometimes, our documentation needs a little TLC too!”

Second, an overhaul to Idea Conversations: Idea Conversations: The Path Forward - Instructure Community 

“After reviewing our proposed path forward with various community members, we can share an outline of the next version of Idea Conversations!”

Third, a customer spotlight: How Virginia Tech is using Digital Credentialing for Faculty Professional Development 

“Dr. Marc Zaldivar, has been pushing forward the digital credentialing effort at Virginia Tech. Since 2012, the organization has been dabbling in the world of badges and moving towards a digital credentialing program. Their goal is to encourage learners of all levels to become more motivated along their education journey, entice faculty to maintain and learn new professional development skills, and have a ‘learning tracking system’ as a way to keep a record of all these activities over a 4 or more-year cycle.”

As always, we’re eager for your thoughts and suggestions. Please comment below so we know what you think!