Below is a running list of new/updated features and changes that impact our online learning systems. This article focuses on our Canvas and Kaltura systems, but will also highlight other systems used by our online users such as Zoom.
Here is an archived list of Historical Feature and System Changes
November 15, 2025
September 10, 2025
August 25, 2025
May 30, 2025
March 15, 2025
January 18, 2025
December 13, 2025
Scheduled Feedback
In the Gradebook, instructors can manage the visibility of grades and feedback for individual assignments. By default, scores and comments are released together, but instructors can schedule them to release separately.
Notes:
- When the release schedules are separated, comments must be released prior to grades.
- Preserving scheduled feedback release dates during course copy/import is not currently supported.
- If an instructor manually releases grades before the scheduled release time, the manual release takes precedence and the scheduled release is canceled.
This feature gives instructors greater flexibility and control over feedback timing, allowing them to align the release of rubric scores and comments with grading workflows, review sessions, or instructional pacing. It helps ensure students receive feedback when it is most meaningful and actionable.
In the Gradebook, click the desired assignment Options [1], then click the Grade Posting Policy link [2].
Click the Manually radio button [1], then select the Schedule Release Dates checkbox [2]. Choose whether to release Grades and Comments Together or on Separate Schedules [3], and set the Release Date [4] and Time [5].
November 15, 2025
Comment Library Filter
In SpeedGrader, a filter is added to the Comment Library. Instructors can filter by All Comments, Course Comments, or Assignment Comments.
These updates make it easier to organize, locate, and reuse feedback, helping instructors save time and focus more on supporting student learning rather than retyping comments.
In the Manage Comment Library modal, click the Show saved comments for drop-down menu to filter comments.
September 10, 2025
Restrict Student Personal Access Token Creation
When enabled, users with only a student role cannot create tokens. However, if a user holds multiple roles, their access follows the highest level of permissions assigned. This update improves data security by allowing administrators to block student-only accounts from creating personal access tokens while still allowing users with higher-level roles to generate them when needed.
August 25, 2025
Redesigned Files Page
The Files page is redesigned. This update offers a cleaner, more intuitive interface that simplifies file organization and management. Improvements like pagination, sorting, and streamlined selection tools enhance usability, especially for users working with large file sets.
Feature Workflow
Updated Files Page
To select all files and folders at once, click the Select All checkbox [1]. To select files or folders individually, use the checkbox next to each file or folder[2]. Column headers can be clicked to sort files and folders [3]. To switch between the new and original Files page, click the Switch to Old/New Files Page button [4]. To view the files landing page, click the All My Files button [5]. Bulk action options are available when files and/or folders are selected [6].
Dyslexia Friendly Font
When the Use Dyslexia Friendly Font feature option is enabled in User Settings, the Canvas interface and the Rich Content Editor display text using the OpenDyslexic font by default. Note: OpenDyslexic font does not include Hebrew or Arabic characters. Additionally, if content is created using the Dyslexia Friendly Font, it will display in the default Canvas font for users who do not have the feature enabled.
This feature helps improve readability for users with dyslexia and supports a more inclusive learning experience. In User Settings, a Use dyslexia friendly font feature option displays in User Settings.
Click the Dyslexia-Friendly Font toggle to enable or disable font from the Account link in the Global Navigation menu.
When the Use Dyslexia friendly font is enabled, the Canvas interface displays OpenDyslexic font.
Resize Controls
The Rich Content Editor (RCE) includes a plus and minus icon to resize the editor. This update improves accessibility by adding icons that let users easily resize the editor, providing an alternative to the previous drag-to-resize option.
Use the plus and minus icons to resize the RCE.
May 30, 2025
Permalink for Discussion Entries
In Discussions, each reply includes a copyable permalink allowing users to share a direct link to that specific reply. If the reply is part of a thread, the thread will expand to reveal it. This update makes it easier to navigate and reference specific replies in a discussion.
Click the Options [1] icon, then select the Copy Link [2] option to copy the permanent link.
March 15, 2025
Discussions default view
When creating or editing a discussion, instructors can configure the default view settings, including thread collapse/expansion and sorting options for students, with the ability to lock these preferences if needed.
This feature allows instructors to structure discussions in a way that aligns with their teaching approach, guiding student engagement and interaction.
January 18, 2025
Multiple Due Dates for Discussions
When the Discussion Checkpoints feature option is enabled, instructors can set multiple due dates or checkpoints for graded discussions to accommodate different stages of the discussion process, such as the initial post and follow-up replies.
View Multiple Due Dates for Discussions for more information.