Canvas Feature Updates – August 2025
Groups – Tooltip Added for Group Section Requirement Setting
Production Environment Availability: 8/13/2025
In the Groups page, when the Require group members to be in the same section checkbox is selected a tooltip displays. This tooltip provides additional context to help users understand what the setting does. When the Require group members to be in the same section checkbox is selected, a tooltip displays.
Notifications – Improved Visibility for Course Activity Definitions
Production Environment Availability: 8/13/2025
The User Notifications page displays Course Activity definitions directly on the page, rather than as tooltips shown on hover. This change improves visibility and accessibility by allowing users to view Course Activity definitions without needing to hover over text, making the information easier to access across all devices. Course Activity definitions display directly on the User Notifications page.
Course Import – Warning for IMSCC Files with Turnitin AssignmentsÂ
Production Environment Availability: 8/27/2025
When importing content, a warning displays for previously exported IMSCC files containing Turnitin-enabled assignments to indicate potential import issues. This change provides instructors with early visibility into potential import issues, helping them identify and address Turnitin-enabled assignments before attempting a course import. A warning is displayed for IMSCC files exported with Turnitin-enabled assignments to alert users of potential import problems.
