How do I add links to comments in speedgrader?

[BrianKinsman]

Is there a way to add links in the comment section of SpeedGrader? I use a Microsoft Form in an assignment, some students overlook this aspect of the assignment, and I would like to be able to add the link into the comments for incomplete grades.

[KristinL · Accepted solution]

Hi @BrianKinsman - This is currently not available in Canvas. However, there are many Community Members who would like to see this functionality added. Please see Rich Text Editor in Speedgrader Comments and add your comments to the ongoing discussion!

[SusanNiemeyer]

This would be a great addition to SpeedGrader. It would be helpful to directly link students to resources that might help them. For example, last summer, I was teaching an ESL listening and speaking course. One of my students was from France, and I wanted to direct her to a YouTube video that dealt specifically with pronunciation tips for French students learning English. She was the only French speaker in the class, and directly providing a link in SpeedGrader would have very helpful (i.e. just-in-time remediation). Since I couldn't send a link via a Canvas Inbox message, I had resorted to an email.

[Chris_Hofer]

Hi @SusanNiemeyer ...

I would recommend adding your comment to the Feature Idea that @KristinL gave.  I think your above feedback is a great example of "real world" examples that Canvas staff wants to hear more about as they consider our feedback for future implementation.  🙂