Canvas Plus: December 2025 Edition

Canvas +: Updates & new features in SMU's Instructional Technologies

In our Canvas Plus Monthly, we discuss the new features and enhancements available in the Canvas LMS and any updates to academic technology/software that are integrated into Canvas. This month’s update includes information about upcoming workshops, along with updated integrations for PlayPosit and Macmillan, and new tools and features for Copyleaks and Cidi Labs.

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Canvas Plus: August 2025 Edition

Canvas +: Updates & new features in SMU's Instructional TechnologiesIn our Canvas Plus Monthly, we discuss the new features and enhancements available in the Canvas LMS and any updates to academic technology/software that are integrated into Canvas. This month, we look at updates to the Dropout Detective Dashboard, resources for using Lucid Whiteboard with your Canvas courses, and a reminder to check out OIT’s Fall Faculty Technology Workshops to make sure you have all the tools you need for the upcoming semester! Continue reading Canvas Plus: August 2025 Edition

Canvas Plus: June 2025 Edition

Canvas +: Updates & new features in SMU's Instructional TechnologiesIn our Canvas Plus Monthly, we discuss the new features and enhancements available in the Canvas LMS and any updates to academic technology/software that are integrated into Canvas. In this edition, we are introducing three exciting changes to our Canvas integrations! Continue reading Canvas Plus: June 2025 Edition

Turnitin to be discontinued soon. Be ready with Copyleaks.

Turnitin logoPlease be aware that Copyleaks will be replacing Turnitin for plagiarism detection at SMU. With Turnitin being discontinued in less than two weeks, we encourage everyone using Canvas to make this switch before Turnitin’s cutoff on May 31, 2025.

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