Canvas Updates

August 2026

Bite-sized updates on the latest Canvas features and enhancements!

What’s New in Canvas? | Latest Features and Enhancements

Canvas has rolled out several new features and enhancements this term, including AI-assisted discussion summaries, grading support tools, and a customizable student dashboard.

Visit the What’s New in Canvas? FAQ for the full list of updates.

New FAQ | Respondus Academic Integrity

A new FAQ article is now available to help faculty and students understand how Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor protect exam integrity, including what the tools detect and deter.

This information is also being shared through a Canvas Announcement for all students.

If you use Respondus in your course, share this FAQ with your students:
Can I Get Around Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor Security?

Panda Bot from Instructure | AI Chat Support in the Instructure Community

Instructure has introduced Panda Bot, a generative AI chat tool available in the Instructure Community. Panda Bot references official product documentation to answer your questions in a quick, clear, chat format, and is currently in a testing period as Instructure evaluates it for permanent adoption.

If you are searching Canvas documentation for an answer, we recommend trying Panda Bot for a quick response.

Learn more: How do I use Panda Bot in the Instructure Community?

Need help with any Canvas features? Submit a Help Ticket to OneIT College Support!