Update on Canvas & Zoom Updates A new version of the Zoom integration will be updated on Thursday, May 5, 2022 from 10:00-11:00 am ET. The Zoom integration features may be unavailable during this time. This upgrade does not include any different features or functionality, and is a backend update that will not impact end […]
Due to a new Honorlock Chrome Extension update that took place on April 7, 2022, we recommend instructors to remind students to update their Honorlock extension before they take an exam to prevent any possible issues. Update your Honorlock extension by performing the following: In the Google Chrome browser, please right-click the Honorlock extension and […]
As part of Florida International University’s continued efforts to improve the technology experience and security, the Division of IT will be transitioning our student email system to Microsoft 365 (M365). Microsoft 365 was previously known as Office 365. Additionally, alumni, retirees, and any accounts that use Google mail (Gmail) will also be transitioned. This will be […]
As of January 4, 2022, we have enabled a new instructor feedback feature for Ally that is found in the Canvas rich content editor (also known as the WYSIWYG). With this update, instructors can now receive real-time feedback on accessibility issues while working in the rich content editor. New Ally Accessibility Update Features Ally score indicator is visible on […]
Canvas Update – Rounded Grade Scheme As of Aug. 9th, a new optional “Rounded Grading Scheme” is now available in Canvas. If you decide to enable this grading scheme for your course(s), the benefit is that it will allow faculty to have your Canvas gradebook automatically round up final grades. If this grading scheme is […]
Perusall – Reading Notation Platform & More We are excited to announce that we have launched a new interactive social e-reader tool called Perusall. Perusall is an e-reader platform that leverages artificial intelligence and social media-inspired design to promote and incentivize timely reading behavior. It includes multi-media sharing capabilities, text highlighting, and read aloud screen […]
This article highlights select features that have been updated on Canvas recently. This is not a comprehensive list of updates. The full availability of Canvas Release updates are available for review. Student Annotation Submissions Instructors can use an annotated assignment type to upload a file for students to annotate and submit directly in Canvas. Annotations can also […]
In FIU’s continued commitment to providing students an inclusive learning environment, FIU Online is pleased to announce “Accessibility and Support” webinars that will provide faculty teaching in FIU Online supported courses training, guidance, and resources on how to create accessible course content and leverage technology to ensure accessibility. Course Content Accessibility: Ally Tool As outlined […]
We are excited to announce that we are launching a new interactive discussion tool called Yellowdig. Yellowdig is a discussion platform that leverages social media-inspired design with a behavior incentivized points system, gamified badges, auto-nudging, multi-media sharing capabilities, detailed analytics, tagging, highlighting, searching/filtering, reactions, and auto-scoring for faster and easier grading. FIU courses will be able […]
This article highlights select features that have been updated on Canvas and on Zoom during the Spring semester. This is not a comprehensive list of updates to either platform. The full availability of Canvas Release updates are available for review. Also, full Zoom release notes are available. Ensure you have the latest version of Zoom installed on […]
