In July of 2017, Adobe announced that it would stop distributing and updating Flash Player after December 31, 2020. Adobe decided to end support for Flash Player due to the diminished usage of the technology.
Instructors who have Flash-based content in their courses will want to convert the content to a more secure option such as HTML5. With the demise of the Flash Player, students will no longer be able to view your Flash-based content safely.
Updates to Canvas were released on October 17. To see all the new features and fixed bugs view the complete October Release Notes. Continue reading “Canvas: October updates”
Updates to Canvas were released on September 19. To see all the new features and fixed bugs, view the complete September Release Notes. Continue reading “Canvas: September updates”
Updates to Canvas were released on August 15. To see all the new features and fixed bugs, view the complete August Release Notes. Continue reading “Canvas: August updates”
Earlier this week, the Canvas-Zoom integration link within Canvas was not working because of a security change in some web browsers like Firefox and Chrome. K-State IT staff has worked with Zoom to resolve the issue and update the Zoom app within Canvas.
If you previously had the Zoom app added to your course navigation, you will notice that it has been removed. You will now need to add the new Zoom app to your course.
For step-by-step instructions, view the How do I manage Course Navigation links guide.
Remember, you can still access Zoom outside of Canvas by going to ksu.zoom.us.
The Canvas-Zoom integration link within Canvas is currently not working because of a security change in some web browsers like Firefox and Chrome.
To fix this issue in your browser, follow the step-by-step instructions in the ServiceNow article, Canvas embedded content displaying incorrectly due to new SameSite restriction.
You can still access Zoom outside of Canvas by going to ksu.zoom.us. Continue reading “Canvas-Zoom integration link is broken within Canvas”
Whether you are an experienced Canvas user or this is your first semester teaching with the Learning Management System, the Getting Started with Canvas Course for Instructors will provide tips and tricks on how to use Canvas.
A new policy on Wearing of Face Coverings is available online in the K-State Course Syllabi Statements and in the syllabus template within the Getting Started with Canvas course.
Continue reading “Getting started with Canvas courses updated for fall 2020”
Several updates were made to Canvas during the summer months. Highlights from the summer are listed below. To see all the new features and fixed bugs in Canvas, view the Canvas Release Notes. Continue reading “Canvas: Updates from the summer”
Updates to Canvas were released on July 18. To see all the new features and fixed bugs, view the complete July Release Notes. Continue reading “Canvas: July updates”
