Feature article:
Canvas Discussion Checkpoints are coming!
Commonly referred to as “multiple discussion due dates,” this feature will be available starting in January 2025. Read this overview and watch a sneak peek preview video.
What’s New:
- Bubble Sheets for exam scoring were added to the Gradescope Pilot! Initially, the Gradescope pilot focused on grading paper-based and programming assignments, but the tool can also score exam bubble sheets. If you’re interested in evaluating this feature, review the latest Gradescope pilot update to learn more.
- New features have been added to Canvas New Quizzes. While Canvas has not indicated when Classic Quizzes will be officially retired, being proactive can make for a smoother transition to New Quizzes. Learn more about the recent updates to consider your transition.
- Perusall has two new assignment types: Peer Review Assignments and Differentiated Assignments. Here’s what you need to know if you use Perusall in your Canvas course.
- Poll Everywhere users! A new feature, Course Management, will be available starting in January.
Did you know:
- The most used Canvas tool is the Files tool and more than 10 million files have been uploaded to Canvas@UD. Learn more about the accessibility tools available in Canvas to ensure your students have access to all of the content they need for your course.
- A few quick changes may improve the integrity of your Canvas quiz. Canvas Quizzes has more options than traditional multiple-choice question types, and some quick changes to your settings can provide a unique quiz presentation for each student.
- Winter 2025 Canvas course sites were created on November 5. Review Canvas Course Information for a New Term for information about how to check for your courses, make change requests, and prepare to teach this winter. Expect your spring 2025 course sites to be available in early December.
Training & Events
Keep Calm and Teach On (KCTO): January 21, 22, and 23
Save the date for KCTO Winter 2025, a just-in-time workshop series for instructors. Visit the KCTO website for more information.
Innovative Teaching Strategies: January 6 – January 31, 2025
If you are looking for ideas to freshen up your courses by incorporating new strategies or educational technology tools, join us for the Innovative Teaching Strategies workshop from January 6 to January 31, 2025, or request a custom cohort session. Learn more about the ITS workshop and register.
10-Day Accessibility Challenge: January 6 – January 17, 2025
This online asynchronous course helps you learn quick and easy ways to improve the accessibility of your courses over 10 days. Get tips and ideas provided each day on topics such as headings, lists, alternate text, and color contrast. Register to help make the University’s digital content accessible to everyone.
Tech Talk Tuesdays
Join your colleagues for discussion and demonstration of emerging technologies influencing the future of higher education. The next topic, Visuals in Education, is scheduled for November 19, 2024, 12:30-2:00 p.m., in 116 Pearson Hall. Visit the website to learn more and register.
Reimagining PedAIgogy Workshop Series
Join the AI for Teaching & Learning Working Group in collaboration with other UD teaching and learning community partners for an exploration of artificial intelligence (AI) in education. Sessions continue through December. Visit the website to learn more and register.
Canvas Workshops
We have a variety of upcoming workshops available both in-person and virtually. Check out our workshop calendar to learn more and register. Submit a request for workshops customized to your department or program!
