Description:
Integrate an external application into Canvas to extend its functionality. These third-party applications and services are not maintained or supported by the university. These tools, often developed as Learning Tools Interoperability (LTIs), enable data to be shared between Canvas and the tool. After a tool is integrated with Canvas, it generally appears as a link or a widget within a course, which allows a user to be logged in and recognized by the third-party's tool. In some cases, data (such as grades) passes back and forth between the vendor's tool and Canvas.
Integration of an external application takes between 2 weeks and 4 months depending on the complexity of the integration. The extended time is for:
- Evaluate the Tool: All integrations must meet minimum qualifications for security, accessibility, and privacy.
- Ensure Protections: It is vital to make sure that the university and its students are protected. This includes end-user agreements, a review of security practices, and the development of support resources.
- Test the Product: Depending on the complexity, these integrations often require back and forth with the vendor. The product needs to undergo testing before it is released.
Who can use it:
Cost:
Free
How to proceed:
Additional resources: