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EmRem · 2025-02-06

I need to confirm the date and time when a student first clicked to access a Quiz. I would also like to do this for every other Assignment for a particular student. How do I do that?

Cori2point0 · 2025-02-06

Every time I do an assignment I try to leave the assignment and save my data, but I can't. Every time I leave, it makes me start all over again. Canvas people, PLEASE MAKE IT TO WHERE I CAN LEAVE AN ASSIGNMENT AND NOT LOSE ALL MY PROGRESS. Thank you ...

DorisLin · 2025-02-06

We had Nearpod LTI setup in Canvas LMS year ago. Recently a user reported some modules with Nearpod content returns a message "Information > This code or link is no longer valid > OK". After clicking OK, it returns an error "error "Nearpod.com refuse...

ksomol · 2025-02-05

My computer files were corrupted. I need to download all of my course to my computer due to lost files. Can I do that with one action rather than file by file? I am not wanting student submissions. Course content. Thank you.

Fatou1 · 2025-02-05

Hello, I'm working on a process to remove courses/sections that have already been deleted in Jenzabar but are still present in Canvas. When I run the process, I have the courses files and the sections file with a "deleted" status for the courses/sect...

scourj · 2025-02-05

So this is a real headscratcher. I have some quizzes that are not graded, but I am finding that several students are seeing zero questions on the quiz. The issue is that I can't ever replicate this issue and most of my students have taken the quiz ju...

AnnaHarding150 · 2025-02-05

We are just beginning the implementation phases of Canvas LMS. We uploaded standards from CCSS, NGSS, and our state department of education. The standards have imported in an odd sort order... something like:third gradesecond gradefifth gradefirst gr...

cthiriot · 2025-02-05

Hello,An edge case if you're looking to brainstorm 樂The storyI'm the Canvas admin at a competency-based technical college, where students are self-paced in each Canvas course. For example:Student A is in Module 1Student B is in Module 10Student C is ...

ElizabethBingha · 2025-02-05

CallieAlreza · 2025-02-05

Here I am asking questions at 1am in my country, can Canvas be used in another country, like the Philippines?

CassandraAvery · 2025-02-05

We currently utilize a Microsoft form to simulate an online job application for our students. I would like to be able to replicate this experience within Canvas, but can't determine whether there is the capability to do so. I believe that I could m...

hallamc · 2025-02-05

I have an instructor that wants to see all student's regardless of submission or not in SpeedGrader for all of her assignments so that she doesn't have to grade from the assignment and the gradebook. She only sees the students that have submitted in...

DanielleW876 · 2025-02-05

Is there a way for the general object checkboxes in the blueprint settings to allow us to lock ALL content in the blueprint? Instead of having to do this 1 by 1 for each piece of content on the blueprint page?I see there was a post on something simil...

WillMiller · 2025-02-05

For any video I try to access from canvaslms.com, I get a label over the video saying "Please accept the cookie policy before viewing this external content." My browser is set to accept cookies and accept third-party cookies. My browser is also set ...

LumbertonPirate · 2025-02-05

Hi, As the title suggests, Canvas is assigning 0s to assignments as soon as I publish them. This is only happening with ONE specific class. I believe this to be the case because I am attempting to integrate modules. Any assignment that is in the modu...

JacquelineStark · 2025-02-05

What does a little human icon mean on the discussion page (icon to the right)?

Antonio37 · 2025-02-05

I have different Teams accounts. When I enter Canvas and click on the Teams tab, the account that appears by default is not the one I want to use with Canvas, and I don´t know how to change it. Thank you very much.

HavvaLafci · 2025-02-04

I have been experiencing issues with my MacBook Air while trying to access an exam on LockDown Browser. Before I can start my assessment, my computer begins to glitch and then turns black. This happens every time I use the LockDown Browser. I have to...

ChrisKing · 2025-02-04

We have been developing modules for students which include Canvas pages and discussions. As the site designer when I navigate through these modules, I can use the Next/Previous buttons located at the bottom of the page to move through the modules, in...

JoannaJarosinsk · 2025-02-04

Hi, I'm stuck in the calendar view for my Dashboard. I'd like to go back to seeing my Courses instead. The three dots seem to have dissapeared from the top right of the screen, so I'm unable to reset the view. Any suggestions how to reset this? Thank...

kimmie1310 · 2025-02-04

I've been reassigning assignments to my students for them to make corrections but they cannot see what assignments they are being reassigned.Where can a student see that I have reassigned an assignment to them? When they check their grades, the statu...

SariahThompson · 2025-02-04

Is there a way to import non-QTI 1.2/2.X files into an Item Bank? Or do you have any suggestions on how to get regular QTI files imported and added as Item Banks to be used in NewQuizzes? We have some QTI files for question banks, but we are experien...

jean_koketsu · 2025-02-04

I looked up previous posts and answers on this topic from 8/2024, but is did not help. There is no more "Build" buttons or way to get to "Moderate" to set increased times (e.g. 1.5 or 2x) for specific students. I need to increase time for a few stude...

angie_rear · 2025-02-04

We are migrating our SIS from Skyward SMS to Skyward Qmlativ. I do not have any contact information for our current CSM. Where do I find this?

ScottSimpson33 · 2025-02-04

Hello All, Any Input on the above question??? Thank You In Advance!!!

DSSCC · 2025-02-04

Some of my courses have a "View Progress" button at the top of the modules page, so I can click on students' names and see where they're at in the course. It's even in my sandbox course that has no students. However, other courses don't have this but...

JonasPrida · 2025-02-04

Hi all- We are about to administer our NSSE survey to first-year students and seniors. I will assume there is a way to embed the NSSE link in Canvas, so all of these students have access to the survey. Does anyone have experience with this or am I th...

bradym3 · 2025-02-04

I can create an assignment and publish it in a module with no trouble. When I click on the assignment to edit it the usual edit screen comes up but is immediately replaced by a summary of the assignment which captures the screen, denying me access to...

CallieAlreza · 2025-02-04

I'd like to ask a few questions. What does this mean? Can this give a student extra credit if they complete an assignment? What happens when you try to create a Classic quiz with this feature enabled? What does this mean? Is it like the pop-up ...

CallieAlreza · 2025-02-04

It has a grayed-out x. Is it not available for Free for Teachers?

teryn_odom · 2025-02-11

Tl;dr: Impact Admins now have granular adoption data on NQ and the ability to strategically place messaging inside of New Quizzes to support migration and deepen adoption!

TamasBalogh · 2025-01-30

We would like to gather your feedback on the Discussion Summary feature, which has been available as a feature preview since July 2024. This initial period has allowed some of you to experience and utilize the feature, and we've received valuable inp...

sgergely · 2025-01-28

We’re excited to announce updates to a new table in the Canvas namespace that will be available in your CD2/DAP Query API dataset starting February 10th. These changes enrich the dataset with additional context and expand the range of supported use c...

SamGarza1 · 2025-01-22

This morning, we gathered our product team to discuss your feedback on the recent Speedgrader changes that apply to all Discussions in the Discussion Checkpoints feature. We heard you loud and clear – the update disrupted your grading workflow, espec...

ArohiDesai · 2025-01-16

We’re working hard to release the modernized SpeedGrader as soon as possible, with a target of Q1 2025. While we are striving to meet this timeline, we are committed to delivering the release no later than early Q2 2025.

SamGarza1 · 2025-01-16

We're diving deep into the world of Peer Review within Canvas and we need your help!

sgergely · 2025-01-10

We’re releasing DAP CLI version 1.3.1 today to address an issue that affected PostgreSQL users following our recent DAP Query API update. Yesterday, we introduced multiple new enum values across several tables in the DAP Query API, which unfortunatel...

TamasBalogh · 2024-12-18

With the end of the year rapidly approaching, we want to share an update on the highly anticipated AI-powered Discussions and Inbox Translations. As part of our commitment to delivering high-quality, reliable, and scalable features, we will continue ...

ArohiDesai · 2024-12-17

We’re excited to announce new features in the Canvas LMS January Release. With the updates to the 2024 release schedule, we remain focused on ensuring that you are fully informed and equipped with the tools you need to succeed and support learners at...

BalazsSerenyi · 2024-12-17

New Quizzes can now be shared to Commons. Save time, collaborate effortlessly, and discover or share assessments internally and externally.

sgergely · 2024-12-16

We’re excited to announce updates to multiple tables and columns in the Canvas namespace with new enumerated values (enums) that will be available in your CD2/DAP Query API dataset starting January 9th. These changes enrich the dataset with additiona...

NinaOng · 2024-12-12

As we near the end of 2024 and look back upon the year… I’d like to share a deeper dive about our discovery process, how the R&D team creates new feature solutions.

ZoeLubitz1 · 2024-12-11

Block Editor will be available in Open Beta on December 16, 2024.

JuditTarnoy · 2024-12-10

Simplifying Learning: Improved Support for New Quizzes TLDR: Quizzes are key to learning, and we’ve made them easier to access and navigate in the Canvas Mobile apps. With improved support for New Quizzes, both learners and instructors can now enjoy ...

BalazsSerenyi · 2024-12-06

Hello, New Quizzes users! We're excited to share some recent improvements, inspired directly by you - our Canvas users! Many of these new features are ready to enjoy now, while some are planned for early 2025. Today's highlights focus on "delighter...

sgergely · 2024-11-29

We are excited to announce the release of DAP CLI & Lib 1.3.0, bringing new features, enhanced functionality, and critical updates based on your feedback. This update reinforces our commitment to improving developer tools and addressing the needs of ...

sgergely · 2024-11-25

Three new columns to be added to the assignments table: parent_assignment_id, type, has_sub_assignments. These changes will go live on December 9th, 2024.

SamGarza1 · 2024-11-25

We’re excited to introduce a new feature we're working on called Differentiation Tags, and we’d love your input to make it the best it can be!

ruthfoulkrod · 2024-11-21

What's next for Ideas and Themes

AlexisNast · 2024-11-20

We're excited to announce the Canvas Apps page will be going live to open beta on December 16th! This new feature is designed to streamline app integration and management for Canvas root admins. While still in development, this initial release, which...

SamGarza1 · 2024-11-15

The release date for the Discussion Checkpoints feature has been adjusted. Originally planned for November 16, the new release date for production is January 18, 2025. In the meantime, Discussion Checkpoints will still be accessible in the beta envir...

SamGarza1 · 2024-11-04

We’re making an important change to the rollout of Discussion Checkpoints based on your feedback. Instead of enabling Checkpoints as a default feature that is on for all users on November 16th, we will now release it as a Feature Option.

sgergely · 2024-11-04

Get ready to shape the future of Instructure’s data capabilities! We’re running an Instructure Data Questionnaire to gather your valuable insights for our 2025 roadmap, focusing on cloud adoption and analytics trends. Your feedback will guide our fea...

TamasBalogh · 2024-10-25

I’m excited to extend the End of Quarter Update practice - which might be familiar from New Quizzes Updates - to Discussions, ensuring you’re informed about recent improvements in the last 3 months and our upcoming objectives for the upcoming quarter...

SamGarza1 · 2024-10-24

We’re excited to share an update on the progress of Discussion Checkpoints! Before moving the feature into our beta environment, we had the privilege of working with four institutions that tested the functionality.

RaviKoll · 2024-10-24

We’re excited to share that SpeedGrader is getting a significant upgrade! These changes are designed to make your grading process even smoother, faster, and more reliable.

GergelyTar · 2024-10-24

With our October release, we're introducing some really exciting updates in Intelligent Insights.

teryn_odom · 2024-10-21

Tl;dr: Get excited! LTI Usage has two powerful new capabilities being released tomorrow! Read on for more details.

ruthfoulkrod · 2024-10-18

The feedback window is now closed. Further updates will be provided soon!

carlycurran · 2024-10-17

Your Admin Analytics data is fresher! Admin Analytics is now on DAP. New Course Analytics will be on DAP by the end of November.

Canvas Release Notes (2025-03-15)

Upcoming Canvas Changes 2025-05-17 Breaking Change: Gradebook Icon Update for LTI Assignment and Grade Service For more information, please see Upcoming Canvas Changes. In this Canvas release (15 March), the Copy Course and Import Content pages ...

Canvas Deploy Notes (2025-02-26)