What's New & Next in Higher Education EdTech? Your May Community Update!

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Stay ahead of the curve with the latest updates, innovations, and resources tailored for our global higher ed community. From smarter tools in Canvas to new webinars and training opportunities, here’s your snapshot of what’s happening this month:

Celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day – On Demand!

• May 15 was Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)! In recognition of this year’s theme, Committing to Change, watch our on-demand webinar: How to Foster Accessibility and Prepare for ADA Compliance with Instructure Watch Now

Scaling Accessibility in Canvas LMS

• Learn how institutions are leveraging Cidi Labs and collective strategy to build a truly inclusive digital learning experience. Many Hands, Lighter Work: Scaling Accessibility in Canvas LMS Watch Now

Wrap Up the Year with Canvas Best Practices

• Get structured guidance for closing out your academic year successfully across Canvas LMS, Credentials, and more. Learn More

New Educator Course: Fundamentals of Accessible Digital Content in Canvas

• Free and on-demand, this new course helps educators create inclusive, accessible digital content. Learn More

Navigating Uncertainty: Policy & Funding Webinar

• Join us June 05, 2025 to hear from experts about key challenges and trends shaping the future of education policy. Sign Up Now

Canvas Catalog: One-Click Duplicate Listings

• Save time and effort with the new Copy Listing feature for Catalog admins – scale smarter, not harder. Learn More

Canvas Credentials: LTI 1.3 Upgrade Begins May 12

• Experience improved security and smoother workflows – now with a detailed transition plan to support you. Learn More

Achievement Type Management in Canvas Credentials

• Gain better control over how badges are created and categorized with this new feature. Learn More

Clearer Course Status Data in Admin Analytics

• Starting April 23, view only enrolled courses for more accurate, actionable insights. Learn More

Discussion Checkpoints Available at Sub-Account Level

• New updates make managing video and media experiences even easier across Canvas LMS and Studio. Learn More

Data Without Limits: The UL System Case Study

• Discover how the University of Louisiana System streamlined data with Canvas + K16 Solutions. Watch Now

Join Us at InstructureCon 2025!

• There’s still time to register for the event of the year. Get inspired, get connected, and get ready for what’s next. Register Now

Grammarly Writing Score Now in Canvas

• Enhance student writing with seamless Grammarly integration in your Canvas assignments. Learn More

Canvas Apps – We Want Your Feedback!

• Help shape the future of Canvas Apps by taking our quick EdTech Effectiveness survey. Take the Survey

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