Blog / LMS Administration
Guides for administrators managing Canvas LMS, user accounts, permissions, integrations, and settings.
This article provides practical strategies for Canvas LMS administrators and instructional designers to leverage new partnerships and integrated AI capabilities to create a truly unified and efficient learning environment. Learn how to move beyond disconnected tools and foster a cohesive educational experience by strategically integrating diverse edtech within the Canvas ecosystem.
As the Canvas LMS ecosystem evolves, official partners like Raccoon Gang are critical for institutions seeking to extend core Canvas functionalities and create custom learning experiences. This article guides educators, instructional designers, and LMS administrators on strategically evaluating and implementing solutions from official Canvas partners to address unique pedagogical needs, streamline administrative tasks, and build tailored course workflows that go beyond out-of-the-box features.
As schools grapple with the rise of student-facing AI tools and the challenges of academic integrity, many are considering district-wide policies, with some districts even implementing bans. This article provides a framework for K-12 and higher-ed administrators and instructional designers to develop comprehensive AI use policies specifically tailored for their Canvas LMS environment. It will cover strategies for evaluating AI tools, addressing ethical considerations, promoting responsible student use, and fostering collaboration between faculty, IT, and leadership to ensure a balanced and effective approach to AI integration or restriction within the learning ecosystem.
Many educators and students are informally using AI tools alongside Canvas. This 'shadow AI' can reveal unmet needs and innovation opportunities. This article provides practical strategies for Canvas administrators and instructional designers to identify shadow AI usage, understand its motivations, and leverage these insights to inform official Canvas integrations, tool adoption, and AI policy development, ensuring a more responsive and effective learning environment.
Explore the distinct roles of Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Canvas and Learning Experience Platforms (LXP). This article will provide instructional designers and Canvas administrators with a practical guide to understanding when and how to leverage each system, or integrate both, to support different learning objectives—from structured course delivery to personalized, continuous professional development. We'll examine specific Canvas integrations and workflows that enable a seamless learner journey across both platforms.
With new Canvas LMS partners and integration options constantly emerging, instructional designers and LMS administrators need a strategic framework for evaluating and implementing these tools. This article will provide a practical guide on how to assess potential Canvas integrations, third-party applications, and new partner offerings to ensure they align with pedagogical goals, enhance teaching and learning workflows, and maintain system stability and accessibility. It will cover criteria for selection, pilot strategies, and best practices for successful adoption.
The Department of Education has issued new edtech guidance for states and districts. This article will provide Canvas LMS administrators, instructional designers, and district leaders with actionable strategies to align their Canvas ecosystem, course content, and instructional practices with these new federal recommendations, ensuring compliance and maximizing pedagogical impact.
Explore effective methods for leveraging Canvas LMS to monitor and assess the practical, hands-on components of apprenticeship, internship, and other earn-and-learn programs. This guide will help educators and program administrators design Canvas courses to track skill development, record mentor feedback, and manage assessment of real-world work experiences.
For Canvas LMS administrators and instructional designers, understanding how to strategically evaluate and integrate third-party tools and official Canvas partners is crucial for extending platform capabilities and enhancing the overall user experience. This article provides a framework for assessing potential integrations, considering factors like user workflow, data privacy, and return on investment, enabling informed 'build vs. buy' decisions within the Canvas ecosystem to meet evolving educational needs.
Explores the implications of Canvas pausing data delivery due to potential security threats, providing actionable steps for LMS administrators to assess impact, communicate with faculty, and ensure data integrity and continuity of learning. Also offers advice for educators on immediate classroom strategies.
Explore how Canvas LMS can be effectively utilized to administer and deliver hybrid apprenticeship and earn-and-learn programs. This article will cover best practices for integrating academic coursework, tracking on-the-job training, facilitating communication between apprentices, employers, and educators, and managing assessment in a blended learning environment.
With the shift in educational landscapes and the refocusing of major educational societies, learn how Canvas LMS administrators can proactively configure, optimize, and manage their Canvas instances to support evolving pedagogical approaches, integrate new tools, and ensure scalability for future educational transformations.
