At Parchment by Instructure, our mission has always been to make the process of sending and receiving credentials simple, secure, and trusted. Every transcript represents a student’s hard work and academic journey. Recently, we’ve seen a notable inc...

When we talk about readiness, it can sound like a finish line we are all trying to reach. In reality, readiness is something we build and rebuild every day. It is about confidence as much as it is about competence. Readiness is more than a set of sk...

When Instructure released its State of Learning and Readiness report, I read it with great interest. Its focus on readiness feels apt given the continuous change that has been our lot at my college and throughout higher education. The whirlwind also ...

  EDUCAUSE is full of inspiration, whether you’re onsite or following from afar. Join the evolution by sharing what sparks your curiosity, the questions you have, and the insights you discover. We'll learn from each other, expand our networks, and s...

  EDUCAUSE is full of inspiration, whether you’re onsite or following from afar. Join the evolution by sharing what sparks your curiosity, the questions you have, and the insights you discover. We'll learn from each other, expand our networks, and s...

  We’re in Nashville for EDUCAUSE and want to hear from you!    Together, let’s capture the best ideas and takeaways from the week: What’s the most interesting idea or innovation you’ve heard at EDUCAUSE so far?AI continues to dominate conversations...

  We’re gearing up for EDUCAUSE in Nashville (Oct 27–30) and want to hear from you!  Share your thoughts and get a jump on networking with your Higher Ed peers! Pick one, any, or all of these questions to get the conversation started: Are you headin...

This post summarizes the product updates covered in our Instructure New & Next webinar held on October 14 for our Higher Education customers in North America. The webinar covered both features that are available now and features that are coming very...

Hello Higher Education Friends...  When there is a problem we are trying to solve, we often go to Google and find another University that has already created support materials to face those problems. I am starting to find a few that I keep coming bac...

Unlike my in-person classrooms, for my asynchronous online classes I have no control over the physical environment where teaching and learning occur. I value the extended access to learning that online education provides and recognize that I have to ...

I am a little freaked out after attending the webinar about changes that are occurring on MONDAY!!!!  has anyone already switched out the LTI's and can let us know what the fallout was.. For example, I know already that our faculty that do Teams offi...

  Let’s share ideas on distraction-free learning! I’ve been thinking a lot about how we can help students focus in an increasingly noisy world, and I’d love to hear your thoughts. How are you creating distraction-free learning spaces on campus or in...

I am seeking examples of surveys offered pre- and post- Canvas training to inform the redesign of our current surveys. We are specifically interested in how other institutions assess their faculty’s preparedness for teaching with Canvas and the effec...

Thank you for joining us for New and Next – whether in-person at Instructurecon or virtually.  This post includes linked resources for the recent product releases covered in our Q3 2025 Instructure New & Next updates, organized by theme. These resou...

In my Impactful Eight presentation given at Alberta CanvasConnect, I shared key trends shaping the future of learner-centered education. From driving operational efficiency through digital transformation to reimagining assessment with AI, these them...

This presentation covers a range of topics from listening, learning, and experimenting to the application and transformation of technology in education. It explores building a framework for supporting GenAI explorations, developing component librarie...

"Empowering Educators: EdTech Solutions for Shifting Landscape" was presented at the CanvasConnect Alberta in May 2025. In this presentation, I explore the evolving landscape of education technology—from the early days of chalkboards to today’s inno...

We know academic calendars differ globally, but for many in the Instructure Community, it’s the season for reflection. What went well in your courses or programs this year or term? How did Canvas help you and your students succeed—whether through imp...

Collaboration is a key part of the learning experience, especially in higher education. How do you use Canvas to promote peer-to-peer interaction on projects or assignments? What tools or strategies help students work together effectively? S...

Certified Programs LIVE During InstructureCon PreConference sessions will be held Tuesday  What’s Included in This Post?• Why You Should Join Us Live• What's Being Offered at Pre-Con This Year• Other Certified Programs Activities During InstructureCo...

Extend Your Learning at InstructureCon 2025 PreConference planned for Tuesday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. What’s Included in This Post?• Why You Should Attend• What's Being Offered at Pre-Con This Year• Tuesday Sessions Why You Should Attend Pre-Conference...

Hi, I had a question for any colleges that teach veterinary medicine or pharmacy.  For the veterinary colleges, do you conduct problem based learning (PBL) in your courses?  If so, how do you set those up in Canvas? For colleges that teach pharmacy, ...

Thank you for attending the Q2 Instructure New and Next Webinar. This post includes linked resources for the recent product releases covered in our Q2 2025 Instructure New & Next webinars, organized by theme. These resources have been created to hel...

A well-designed home page can set the tone for your course and enhance student engagement. If you’ve set your home page to a Front Page, what does it look like? How do you decide what to include to make it engaging and effective? Share your approach—...

How does your school or institution approach accessibility in courses? Do you use specific software tools or AI to assist in the process? When it comes to reviewing and updating content to meet accessibility standards, who takes the lead? How is that...