This message is to inform you about upcoming changes to technology related to our Canvas learning management system.
Chemeketa Online Technical Support conducts updates annually during summer and fall breaks as part of our regular maintenance cycle.
Changes to Pearson Integration
The Pearson integration in Canvas (MyLab & Mastering, REVEL, etc.) is scheduled to be upgraded to a new version “Pearson Links” (Access Pearson) external tool on June 15th during summer break.
Key Takeaways:
- You will still be able to access any courses that were previously paired using MyLab and Mastering until the course end date.
- After June 15th you will no longer be able to pair new courses using the old integration. Instead, you need to use the Access Pearson tool.
Contact Pearson Support if you have any questions or need assistance.
Legacy Google Apps Integration
The legacy Google Apps integration in Canvas will cease to function at the end of August, 2024.
Instructors who have previously used the Legacy Google Apps Integration will need to update their courses after this time.
Key Takeaways:
- The new Google Assignments Integration has replaced the legacy Google Cloud Assignments.
- The Google Drive (LTI 1.3) tool in the Canvas Rich Content Editor replaces the legacy Google Apps LTI for embedding documents in Canvas.
View our website to learn more about Google Assignments LTI in Canvas.
Other Canvas Integration Upgrades
The following integrated tools are also scheduled to be upgraded on June 15th during summer break.
- GoReact
- MyOpenMath
- XYZ Homework
- uCertify
Canvas New Features
Below are some notable new features in Canvas that are available now or coming soon.
Discussions/Announcements Redesign
The Canvas Discussions & Announcements features have recently been redesigned. These new features will be enabled by default in all courses after July 20th, 2024.
Visit our website to learn more about the Canvas Discussions/Announcements Redesign.
Canvas Mobile App
Students can download and sync course content to view as read-only when offline. This feature provides students with increased access to course content where internet connectivity may be unreliable or unavailable.
For more information view the iOS Guide for Students or Android Guide for Students.
Canvas Course Archiving
This summer we will begin implementing a Canvas Course Archival Process.
Key Takeaways:
- All CRN assigned courses older than three years will be archived and no longer appear in Canvas.
- Course archiving will be scheduled to occur the 2nd week of each term.
- No course data or student participation will be lost.
- Archived courses can be restored upon request.
Upcoming Schedule for Course Archiving:
- Jul 2nd, 2024: SU21 (and earlier)
- Oct 8th, 2024: F21
- Jan 14th, 2025: W22
- Apr 8th, 2025: SP22
Kaltura Video Player Upgrades
During the upcoming summer break and fall break we will continue upgrading the remaining legacy Kaltura players in Canvas.
Key Takeaways:
- The Kaltura Video Quiz player will be upgraded during summer break.
- There is no action required by instructors.
Visit our website to learn more about the new Kaltura Player.
Questions?
Please contact the Center for Academic Innovation for questions or support.