Introducing the Canvas Catalog and Credentials Integration: Elevating Learner Engagement and Institutional Value

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We’re excited to unveil a game-changing enhancement in the Canvas product ecosystem: the integration of Canvas Catalog with Canvas Credentials, bringing Badges and Pathways to the forefront of the learning experience!

Imagine a Catalog that doesn’t just showcase course offerings but also the tangible rewards—like Badges—and the structured learning journeys—like Pathways—that make each program stand out. This integration is designed to inspire learners, streamline admin workflows, and drive institutional success.

And here’s the best part: The Canvas Catalog and Credentials integration will launch on January 6, 2025. This significant update enhances the learner experience and provides institutions with a powerful tool for showcasing their programs.

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Why This Integration Matters

The Challenge
Canvas Catalog users and administrators have long faced a gap in showcasing the full value of their programs. Students couldn’t see the Badges they could earn or the structured learning Pathways that could guide their journey, leaving them without the motivation or clarity to take the next step. Institutions, meanwhile, missed out on a powerful opportunity to differentiate their offerings and drive enrollments.

The Solution
With the new Canvas Catalog and Credentials integration, these gaps are a thing of the past. The integration automates the connection between Canvas Credentials and Canvas Catalog, ensuring that Badges and Pathways are seamlessly displayed in Canvas Catalog.

Checking the available badges for each listing is as easy as this.

Students will be able to:

• See Badges on the homepage and detailed listing pages, automatically pulled from Canvas Credentials, helping them visualize their achievements effortlessly.
• Explore Pathways, gaining clarity on how their courses connect to long-term goals through a streamlined, automated interface that keeps information accurate and up-to-date.

For institutions, this means:

• Set it and forget it: Once Badges and Pathways are assigned, they’re automatically synced to Catalog, reducing administrative burden and ensuring consistency.
• Real-time updates: Any changes to Badges or Pathways in Credentials are automatically reflected in Catalog, ensuring students always see the most current and accurate information.
• Efficiency meets impact: Automation frees up administrators to focus on strategy and student engagement rather than tedious updates, while still delivering a polished, professional Catalog experience.

Visualize student success via Pathways

With this integration, institutions finally have the tools they need to promote the comprehensive value of their programs, while automation ensures they do so with ease and efficiency. This drives increased engagement, enrollments, and satisfaction for students and administrators alike.

What to Expect on January 6th

Badges and Pathways on the Homepage

Students browsing your Catalog will instantly see:

• Badges: Each listing highlights the Badges students can earn, serving as a visual testament to the skills and achievements awaiting them.
• Filters for Pathways: Students can filter listings by Pathways to find guided learning journeys that meet their needs.

Detailed Listing Pages

When students dive deeper into a listing, they’ll find:

• A full view of Badges: All associated Badges are displayed prominently, giving students an immediate sense of the program’s value.
• Pathway visualizations: A clear, step-by-step progression helps students understand how their learning journey unfolds.
• Interactive design: Clicking on Badges or Pathways redirects students to Canvas Credentials for further exploration, keeping them engaged and informed.
  
  

Get Ready for January 6th

While the feature officially launches on January 6th, now is the perfect time to plan and strategize how you’ll make the most of this transformative update:

• Review your current Catalog listings to identify where Badges and Pathways can enhance visibility and value.
• Brainstorm how this integration can help differentiate your offerings and drive enrollment.
• Keep an eye on our help documentation, which will be available soon to guide you step-by-step through setup once the integration is live.
  
  

What’s Next?

Starting January 6th, students will not only see individual Badges but also understand how your programs fit into their long-term goals through Pathways.This is more than an update—it’s an innovative step forward in how institutions connect with students and help them visualize success like never before.

Imagine the excitement of students discovering listings that don’t just promise education but offer a roadmap to success. Picture your institution standing out as a leader in personalized, impactful learning experiences.

Join us in kicking off the new year with this groundbreaking feature. Your learners—and your institution—will thank you.

We’re counting down the days—are you?

The Canvas Catalog & Credentials teams