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EdTech Updates
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https://canvas.caltech.edu/edtech-updates
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https://canvas.caltech.edu/canvas-resources/accessibility
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2026-03-23T05:19:32+00:00
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EdTech Updates

Source: https://canvas.caltech.edu/edtech-updates Parent: https://canvas.caltech.edu/canvas-resources/accessibility

Read here for recent updates to the Canvas LMS environment, as well as other tools in the Caltech educational technology ecosystem

Related Pages

NEW Accessibility Checker

Caltech instructors and course builders now have access to the new Canvas course Accessibility Checker. Scan Pages and Assignments in your course with the Accessibility link in the Course Navigation Menu, and receive guided assistance to quickly remediate issues before student access to your course.

Google Workspace Storage Allocation Changes

As of January 1, 2026, Google is enforcing strict storage limits across the Google Workspace platform. Consequently, a storage allocation policy has been implemented in order to ensure equitable access for all Caltech users. Find information about this policy and what to do if you're using more than 50 GB on this IMSS News page.

If you use videos in your courses that are currently stored on your Caltech Google Drive, you can migrate that content to Canvas Studio, Instructure's collaborative media management platform integrated right in the Canvas LMS that allows you to reuse media in any Canvas course that you teach. Find our new Instructor Guide on our Canvas Studio page here.

Note that recorded class sessions from previous terms CANNOT be shared in other courses if they contain student images, names, or discussions, which is FERPA-protected information.

Namecoach Retirement at Caltech

On March 1, 2026, Namecoach was disabled in all Canvas courses.  Notes on name preferences and/or a phonetic spelling that can be made visible to other Canvas users at https://caltech.instructure.com/profile.

New Library Course Reserves Tool

eReserve Plus is the new library course management system. It offers a deeper integration with Canvas, streamlines the addition of course materials into your course, and provides you with complete control of the process.

Digital Accessibility at Caltech

As part of Caltech's commitment to accessible electronic content, find guidelines, support, and resources, the Institute's Digital Accessibility Policy, and Canvas-specific accessibility tools to help ensure your sites are equally available for all individuals.

Caltech Canvas Course Index

The Caltech Canvas Course Index is now live! All courses are automatically included, making it easy to share your published Syllabus and course Description with prospective students and colleagues.

Dyslexia-Friendly Font Now Available

Caltech users can now convert all native Canvas text to the OpenDyslexic font by default. When enabled, this feature applies to system and user-generated content such as navigation menus, announcements, and assignments, but does not include uploaded files, videos, or external tools such as Piazza and Gradescope.

Click the Account tile in your upper left global navigation menu to toggle on the Use a Dyslexia Friendly Font option. Refresh the page to view changes.

Account Tray with Dyslexia Font Toggle

Canvas Update: Accessibility Improvement

To better support all users and meet accessibility standards, Canvas course links have been changed from orange to blue. This new color provides greater contrast for users with vision impairments.

For more information about accessibility options in Canvas, see /canvas-resources/accessibility

Duo Multi-factor Authentication for Canvas on 12/16/24

Starting December 16 at 8:00am, Duo multi-factor authentication (MFA) will be enabled for Canvas at Caltech to help prevent unauthorized access and keep data and accounts secure.

All campus users have already been set up for MFA and will be able to select from multiple options, including the free Duo Mobile smartphone app.

See this IMSS News announcement for additional information!

Access to Echo360 Recordings Ends November 1, 2024

As of November 1, links to recordings of courses, lectures, workshops, and events using the Echo360 lecture capture system are no longer available. Email [email protected] to inquire about specific recordings.

Gradescope LTI Updates in Canvas

The Gradescope application has been upgraded to the latest standard (LTI 1.3), with a number of enhancements in security and Canvas integration. Some important changes: