Finding specific content in a Canvas course can sometimes be time-consuming, especially as courses grow and include more materials. To help streamline this process, Canvas has introduced IgniteAI Search for Courses, an AI-powered search tool designed to make it easier to locate relevant course content. IgniteAI Search is available in Canvas and works within content […]
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When attaching a rubric to an assignment or discussion, Canvas will not automatically enable the setting to use the rubric for grading. If this setting is not enabled, you will still be able to score the students using the rubric, and students will still see your evaluation, but the grade will not auto-populate with the […]
Microsoft Teams live captions enhance accessibility by providing real-time, AI-generated text of spoken words during meetings and calls. These captions appear instantly at the bottom of the screen, show speaker identification, and are customizable in font size and color. Follow the instructions below to enable them in your Teams Desktop application. Live captions in Microsoft […]
Canvas Pages are one of the easiest and most accessible ways to deliver content for your course. You can use HTML code in Canvas to create simple visual elements that make your pages more engaging, organized, and easier for students to follow. This tutorial provides ready-to-use code you can copy and paste into your own […]
In your course, you may want to ensure students are looking at certain documents closely to see their understanding and interpretations of the information. One way to do this is through Canvas’s Student Annotation option in Assignments. Student Annotation assignments allow you to upload a document, such as an article, primary source, or chart, and […]
Sometimes you might need to copy content from one course into another without wanting to copy an entire course. For instance, if you create a quiz in one course and want to use it elsewhere, being able to copy that quiz directly can save significant time and effort. Canvas has built-in features that allow you […]
Note: This is the fifth of five sections of a Canvas Spotlight series on Grading in Canvas. Below is a list of the other sections: A well-organized course can be the difference between a student who feels confident in their ability to succeed and a student who feels lost, unsure of what matters, and tempted […]
The CTLD has launched a new AI Literacy training to help students understand what generative AI tools, such as MS Copilot and ChatGPT, can and cannot do, and how to use them responsibly in academic and professional settings. The training includes two optional module-based pathways, Self-Guided and Instructor-Learner Participation, that instructors can add to their […]
To learn how to add the AI Literacy Module to your Canvas Course, check out our tutorial Import the CTLD Student AI Literacy Module into a Canvas Course What’s New The CTLD has launched a new AI Literacy training designed to help students understand what generative AI tools, like ChatGPT, can and cannot do, and […]
Canvas now offers AI-generated discussion summaries for instructors. This feature, called IgniteAI Summaries for Discussions, provides a quick snapshot of student engagement, helping you identify general themes in the conversation. This tool is not a replacement for thoroughly reviewing the discussion yourself, but it can be helpful for spotting trends, gauging participation, and getting a […]