Canvas Credentials and Catalog Integration is Here!
We’re excited to share that the wait is over—our highly anticipated integration between Canvas Credentials and Canvas Catalog is officially live! This feature bridges the gap between learning and achievement, creating a seamless experience for learners, educators, and administrators alike.
At Instructure, we understand the importance of recognizing learning milestones and motivating progress. This integration brings that vision to life by connecting digital badges and pathways directly to your course catalog. It’s a game-changer in how achievements are showcased and celebrated.
What Does This Integration Bring to the Table?
Here’s how this new integration transforms the learning experience:
1. Badges on Display:
Learners can now see the badges associated with each course listing upfront. These visual cues highlight the skills and achievements they’ll gain, sparking excitement and motivation from the start.
Learning pathways are seamlessly integrated into the browsing experience. Filters allow learners to discover guided journeys tailored to their goals, providing clarity on how courses connect to broader aspirations.
3. Rich, Interactive Course Details:
When learners dive into individual course listings, they’ll find:
- A clear badge display showcasing all associated credentials.
- Step-by-step pathway visualizations, offering transparency on how courses contribute to larger learning goals.
- Interactive exploration, with clickable badges and pathways linking directly to Canvas Credentials for deeper insights.
What’s New vs. What’s Familiar?
While you’ve already been able to assign badges and pathways in Canvas Credentials and link them to catalog courses, this update amplifies their visibility. Learners no longer need to complete a course to discover its associated credentials. Instead, they can see the value upfront, making their educational journey more transparent and motivating.
How to Get Started
1. Activate the Integration:
Ensure both Canvas Credentials and Canvas Catalog are part of your institution’s ecosystem. Reach out to your administrator to enable the integration if needed. Once it is set up, no further action is required.
2. Set Up Credentials and Pathways:
Associate courses in your catalog with the relevant badges and pathways in Canvas. While this process remains the same, it now offers enhanced visibility.
3. Promote the New Features:
Highlight the improved catalog experience to your students and staff. Use the updated filters and visuals to showcase the value of credentials.
For step-by-step details on enabling and using the integration, please refer to our release notes.
Why This Integration Matters
This feature was built with your needs in mind. You’ve asked for better and more streamlined ways to visualise the connection of learning to achievement, and we’ve delivered:
- For Institutions: Streamlined workflows and a polished learning ecosystem that stands out.
- For Learners: Clear goals, motivating pathways, and instant recognition for their efforts.
- For Employers and Partners: Verified credentials that showcase real skills and achievements.
Your Feedback Shapes Our Innovations
We’re always looking for ways to improve our tools based on your insights. This feature is a testament to our commitment to listening to and acting on your needs.
Ready to see it in action? Start exploring the enhanced Canvas Credentials and Canvas Catalog integration today, and let us know how it’s transforming your experience.
If you missed our earlier announcement about this integration, read it here.
Let’s Redefine Learning Together
With this integration, we’re taking another step toward transforming learning journeys into celebrations of achievement. Together, let’s unlock new possibilities for education.
Here’s to empowering learners every step of the way!
The Catalog & Credentials Team
