InstructureCon 2026 may be a long ways away, but the inspiration doesn’t have to wait. Many of our incredible 2025 presenters are also published authors, and we’ve gathered their books into a reading list designed to keep ideas flowing, conversations...

I've been doing the "conference thing" for decades and one deficiency I've always seen has been the lack of consideration for the attendee's "plus 1". This can be a spouse, friend, child, etc., and there are always a significant number of them. My wi...

This is an era of challenge, change, and opportunity. As the Academic Strategy Team, we’ve spent the past year researching trends, attending conferences, and gathering insights with customers and educational leaders across the educational landscape. ...

Now that the mist is clearing and the conference buzz is settling, we're curious—what moment stuck with you? Which session stood out? Who was the presenter? Why did it leave a lasting impression? Whether it was insightful, surprising, or just pla...

Whether you're prepping for Spokane, tuning in from afar, or just discovering what makes InstructureCon so unforgettable, you're in the right place. This Community space is your go-to destination for exploring, connecting, and sharing throughout (and...

Not every learner’s path is linear—and today’s institutions are meeting students where they are, whether that’s through targeted offerings or through flexible, credentialed, and workforce-aligned programs. I’m excited to walk you through how Canvas, ...

Are you the only person from your institution going to InstructureCon? Will you miss your near colleagues and other members of your team? You’re not alone. (Well, not in the way you think.)

Keynotes aren't just presentations—they’re launchpads for reflection, transformation, and connection. Whether you're searching for your next breakthrough, rethinking your edtech ecosystem, or just ready to feel inspired, our speakers will challenge y...

  A psychic in the InstructureCon Partner Hall offers to read your future. They glance at your badge, shuffle a deck of mysterious cards, and suddenly…they know.    What eerie-accurate thing do they say about how InstructureCon will change your app...

INSTcon25 banner Prepping & Packing for a Legendary Spokane Adventure As you think about what to pack, you may want to queue up the official INSTcon25 Spotify playlist for vibes. Also, take a gander out how to make the most of your INSTcon25 experien...

They say Spokane is full of secrets—shadowy figures in the woods, lights that blink without explanation, and eerie echoes that whisper, “Your move.” This year at InstructureCon 2025, we're leaning into the unknown and all things unexplainable. But th...

Greetings, operatives—veterans of virtual classrooms, defenders of digital equity, and seekers of the sacred schedule! This summer, we gather in the misty wilds of the Pacific Northwest for a conference unlike any other. The official description prom...

I’ve always believed in scaling technologies that help people advocate for themselves. And it’s not just any tech - it’s edtech. That’s why Instructure’s motto, “doing well while doing good,” resonates so deeply with me. How lucky are we to be part o...

Hack Night is back and better than ever. A long-time InstructureCon favorite, Hack Night has always been the place to share ideas, solve challenges, and connect with peers and Instructure teams. This year, we’re taking it up a notch with new ways to ...

Whether you’re prepping your travel playlist, packing your bag of session must-haves, or just need something to fuel your mid-summer focus, this mix is made for you. Think cosmic energy, Northwest forest vibes, and a little sparkle of edtech wonder.

Hi! I am excited to be attending InstructureCon 2025 in Spokane this year! I was told by colleagues that there is an app we can use to keep up with the sessions we want to attend. I have currently been collecting my list in my web browser, but know I...

We’ll explore how Parchment, working alongside Canvas, helps districts like Harnett County Schools remove the invisible barriers that can stand between students and their next opportunity—whether that’s enrollment in another school, a jump to higher ...

  You wander into a misty forest and spot a glowing portal shimmering between the trees. Etched above it: InstructureCon.  Naturally, you step through. On the other side? A magical moment—powered by edtech, made unforgettable by the Instructure Comm...

  You find a Polaroid from InstructureCon tucked in your coat pocket. The edges are a little bent, the colors slightly faded—but the moment it captured? Unforgettable. Maybe it’s a photo with someone who inspired you. Maybe it’s a shot of spontaneou...

RCE gives education leaders actionable evidence—often while students are still in the same classrooms—so they can lead with confidence, build a culture of learning, and make smarter, data-informed decisions. And the best part? It’s doable, even witho...

Accessibility doesn’t have to be mystifying or intimidating. In fact, with the right tools and guidance, it can become one of the most empowering parts of your digital teaching practice.

We’ll share how educators are combining pulse checks, benchmarks, and instructional strategies in flexible, research-informed ways that fit their local context.

I’m inviting you to a session that’s all about pushing the edges of what Canvas can do, and then stepping beyond them. At InstructureCon 2025, I’ll be sharing stories, strategies, and creative solutions from our Custom Development team that show just...

At InstructureCon, we’ll explore how the Instructure Ed-cosystem can help schools and districts respond proactively to absenteeism in more meaningful ways. Beyond simply tracking attendance and or making a phone call home, the right edtech tools can ...

Hey there, fellow data explorers! I’d love to personally invite you to attend my session at InstructureCon 2025, where I’ll be unveiling a couple of brand-new features that admins have been asking for.

  You’ve wandered off-trail on a foggy Pacific Northwest morning. Birds stop singing. The air gets still. And then—snap! The underbrush moves. It’s Bigfoot. But instead of running, he pauses… and asks a question in surprisingly perfect English:  S...

I’d love to personally invite you to beam into my session at InstructureCon 2025, where we’ll talk all about Canvas Apps—a brand-new way to install, manage, and even monitor app usage directly inside Canvas.

  You’re cruising through your day when—bam!—a beam of light pulls you skyward.    You’ve been abducted by aliens. You only have 30 seconds to explain why you need to get back to InstructureCon. Go.   That’s the challenge—and we can’t wait to hear...

For InstructureCon 2024, there was a pre-con experience where there was a book club leading up to InstructureCon that ended with a meet-and-greet with the author/keynote speaker. I started to read but fell behind and missed the meet-and-greet as a re...

The Instructure Community is powered by thousands of passionate educators, innovators, and adventurers from all around the globe. As we prepare to visit the Pacific Northwest for InstructureCon 2025, let’s light up the map!