Canvas Feature Update – February 2025
Sections – Cross-Listed Section Visibility and Restrictions Production Environment Availability: 2/12/2025 When course sections are cross-listed, the original section remains visible but is set to read-only in the original course. Previously, the cross-listed section was removed from view. This update enhances transparency and tracking by keeping cross-listed sections visible as read-only in the original course. It […]
Canvas Feature Updates January 2025
SpeedGrader – Improved SpeedGrader Experience Production Environment Availability: 1/18/2025 SpeedGrader is updated for faster load times and enhanced stability. Additional interface updates include: This feature enhances performance for a faster, smoother experience for users handling larger courses or complex assignments. Upgrading the backend technology improves SpeedGrader’s ability to manage high-demand tasks more efficiently and reliably. […]
Canvas Feature Updates – December 2024
Announcements – Added Option Production Environment Availability: 12/04/2024 On the Announcement Edit page, the Participants must respond to the topic before viewing other replies checkbox is added. The Participants must respond to the topic before viewing other replies checkbox is available when instructors choose to allow participants to comment. This feature encourages independent thinking and […]
Canvas Feature Updates – November 2024
Grading- Account Level Default Grading Scheme Production Environment Availability 11/22/2024 On the Account Level Grading page, admins can set an account or sub-account default grading scheme. This feature simplifies grading scheme set up by allowing institutions to set a default grading scheme at the account or sub-account level, ensuring consistency across all courses. Note: Course-level […]
Canvas Feature Updates – October 2024
New Quizzes – Submitted Date Displays in Moderate Log Production Environment Availability: 10/10/2024 In the Moderate Log, the date of submission displays for instructors. This update allows instructors to track student progress, ensure transparency, and resolve grading disputes by providing clear submission records. When viewing the Moderate Log, instructors can view the date of submission. […]
VCU Tech Fair 2024!
🎃 Join us for the annual VCU Tech Fair on October 30 and 31. Hosted by VCU Technology Services, this free event is open to all students, faculty, and staff. No registration required. Discover the latest technology tips and tricks while filling your bag with a variety of treats! WHEN and WHERE 🎃 October 30th, […]
VoiceThread Training – Sept. 2024
Join VoiceThread for their free workshops! If you are new to VoiceThread or just want some new ideas, this interactive and hands-on explorations is just what you need. All sessions are led by VoiceThread’s instructional designer and online educator, George Haines, who will share his expertise to help you get the most from VoiceThread. Using VoiceThread in Canvas September […]
New in Möbius: Math Engine Update / Content Repository / Chemistry Questions
DigitalEd has recently shared its latest release update for Möbius with us. Please read below! For more information about Möbius at VCU, please see go.vcu.edu/mobius. Upgrade Announcement for the Möbius Math Engine We are planning to upgrade the existing Math Engine (MapleNet 2019.1) to a newer version—MapleNet 2023.1. This means the current MapleNet version will […]
Canvas Feature Updates – May 2024
Gradebook – Message Students Who Have Submitted Updates Production Environment Availability: 5/8/2024 In the Gradebook, the Message Students Who feature is enhanced to allow instructors to message students who have submitted an assignment. Options include messaging all students who have submitted on time, students with graded on time assignments, and students with ungraded on time […]
Canvas Feature Updates – April 2024
Mobile – Mobile Offline Support Production Environment Availability: 4/20/2024 The Mobile offline mode feature option is available to admin allowing students to sync course content to view as read-only when offline. Note: As instructors develop course content, it is essential to carefully consider the origin of visual elements or links associated with the material. This […]