Background

After conducting an extensive evaluation of the current learning management system and piloting alternative platforms, the upper administration at ISU reached a decisive conclusion: transitioning to Canvas was the optimal choice. This decision reflected a careful consideration of various factors, including user experience, functionality, and alignment with the university's educational goals. The move to Canvas signified a commitment to enhancing the teaching and learning environment at ISU, ensuring that students and faculty alike have access to a robust and intuitive platform that facilitates effective communication, collaboration, and engagement.

About Canvas

Developed by Instructure, Inc., the Canvas learning management system (LMS) includes most of the standard tools found in open-source and commercial management systems (assignments, discussions, announcements, quizzes, syllabus, etc.) as well as enhanced tools and features for communication, collaboration, and assessment, including real-time web conferencing, a multimedia recorder, a Google Docs integration, outcomes and rubrics, and course analytics.