Canvas LMS Blog

kyle_cole · 2023-08-22

I used Google Apps Script and the Canvas API to create a solution for addressing frustrations caused by SIS Import issues, including failures, accidental deletions, and lack of notifications for hanging imports or changes in Canvas.

DanielleLentz · 2023-08-18

Wanting to learn more about the differences between the production and beta environments? Look no further than this blog post!

bgooding · 2023-08-14

Ready or not, back-to-school time is here! Whether you're a first-time or frequent Canvas LMS user, start the new school year inspired and prepared with a collection of resources—from product updates and tips to resources related to best practices—yo...

kyle_cole · 2023-08-14

In this post, I am going to show you how to use this Google Sheet to bulk merge users and as a bonus unmerge them.

DanielleLentz · 2023-08-11

New to the role of a Canvas Admin or just need a refresher on go-to resources? Check out the latest blog post for more information!

LyndseyMartin · 2023-08-03

Reading Your Classroom When It's Online Use your superpower to create great assignments! Writing directions that help your learners get everything they need from an assignment can be tough! Let’s look at some ways you can upgrade your assignments...

ashleybrough · 2023-07-27

The purpose of this document is to outline various best practices, resources, reminders, workflows, and processes for Canvas Admins to stay cognizant of throughout their Canvas Customer lifecycle. The goal of this document is to help Canvas Admins st...

mirandamcintosh · 2023-07-24

Canvas Course Evaluation Checklist v3.0 Building Quality Content In this post, we share our newly released Canvas Course Evaluation Checklist version 3.0. This version includes newly added items to support full Course content builds at your instituti...

DanielleLentz · 2023-07-17

Are you curious to learn about ways to release course content within Modules at certain dates/time and/or when students complete different course tasks? Look no further than this month's Dear Danielle video!

kjgomez · 2023-07-05

As administrators, you are the backbone of your organization's operations, and we understand that your time is valuable. That's why we’re excited to introduce a few small but significant Field Admin Console updates. These updates were made July 14, 2...

tbrinton · 2023-06-28

Hi everyone! Thought I’d write a post as well as creating a Screencast of something I’d like to share. I know this is something very basic, but I’m hoping it could help at least one person out there in the Canvas community! We use simple HTML page a...

tbrinton · 2023-06-23

It was a long time before we started even considering Blueprints on Canvas for our courses, and although we haven’t started using them on our Core or Elective teaching courses, we have found a use for Blueprints working with our Careers Centre. With ...

stotman · 2023-06-22

This took me much longer to figure out than it should have; maybe it will be helpful to you (or, for the more seasoned veterans, a chance to tell us how to do it better). Also, if you do not need text to overlap images, you can insert the image above...

DanielleLentz · 2023-05-25

Ever wondered if it was possible to set up appointments, office hours, conferences, auditions, and more inside of Canvas? Look no further than this month's Dear Danielle video!

DanielleLentz · 2023-05-09

Learn how to build rubrics that you can push out to your account and/or departments in the latest Dear Danielle video!

DanielleLentz · 2023-05-09

Learn how to use SpeedGrader in the latest Dear Danielle video!

DanielleLentz · 2023-04-21

Curious about how to add extra credit inside of Canvas? Be sure to check out this month's Dear Danielle video!

LoraMiller · 2023-03-17

4 Canvas Features that will Leave You Charmed Are you searching for the pot of gold at the end of the Canvas rainbow?  Look no further, because we’ve got the lucky charms you need to make your Canvas experience magical! Enjoy and please leave a comm...

DanielleLentz · 2023-02-22

Learn how to apply Outcomes and gather their data in the latest Dear Danielle video!

erin_keefe · 2023-02-01

Introducing: Canvas Certified Technical Admin CCTA Now Available for Purchase! What’s Included in This Post?• CCTA is ready to launch!• All about what's included in the CCTA program• How to find out more and how to enroll Are you a technical admin ...

kyle_cole · 2023-01-30

In this post, you will find the error codes the SAML debugger returns and the resolution to solve them.

DanielleLentz · 2023-01-24

Learn how to build a Mastery Path in the latest episode of Dear Danielle!

tiffany_foster · 2022-12-23

5 Golden Rings Giveaway: Course Stickers Course Sticker Freebie Who doesn't love course stickers? Add a little sparkle to your course with our course sticker freebie. Enjoy and please leave a comment with your thoughts!

bfirestone · 2022-12-22

5 Golden Rings Giveaway: Wrapping Up The Year Ready to Recap 2022? Let's kickoff Day 4 of our giveaway with a... Enjoy and please leave a comment with your thoughts!

NicoleHiers · 2022-12-21

5 Golden Rings Giveaway: New Year's Resolution Ready to win some swag? It's Day 3 of our 5 Golden Rings Giveaway and we are so excited to hear about your Canvas goals for the New Year. Sharing will enter you in a drawing to win an awesome prize! Enjo...

tiffany_foster · 2022-12-20

5 Golden Rings Giveaway: This or That? Ready to win some swag? We are so excited to bring to the community a "This or That" game and a chance to win some swag! Enjoy and please leave a comment with your thoughts!

NicoleHiers · 2022-12-19

5 Golden Rings Giveaway: Caption This! Ready to win some swag? Let’s start this holiday party with a fun picture-captioning activity that enters you in a drawing for some awesome Instructure swag! Enjoy and please leave a comment with your thoughts!

NicoleHiers · 2022-12-19

Learning Services' 5 Golden Rings Giveaway Do you love giveaways and learning something new? You do not want to miss our 5 Golden Rings Giveaway! Not only will you have a chance to win actual prizes but you will also love the assortment of jewels we ...

kyle_cole · 2022-12-09

A blog post from a Technical CSM about the common trust questions I see!

DrNufer · 2022-11-30

Create an interesting widget on your Canvas pages to expand/collapse content using very simple code.

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Course Evaluation Checklist v3.0

Dear Danielle- Module Requirements and Prerequisites

Field Admin Console UI Updates

Canvas Pages and HTML Anchors... are you using them?

Blueprints & how we have started to use them

Background Image Headers so Text can Overlap

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4 Canvas Features that will Leave You Charmed

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Introducing: Canvas Certified Technical Admin

Saml Debugger Tips

Dear Danielle- Building Mastery Paths

5 Golden Rings Giveaway: Course Stickers

5 Golden Rings Giveaway: Wrapping Up The Year

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5 Golden Rings Giveaway: This or That?

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Learning Services' 5 Golden Rings Giveaway

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