University of Wisconsin–Madison

Learn@UW academic technologies

Supporting the academic enterprise of UW–‍Madison with technology services

The Learn@UW team supports a wide range of academic technology tools used across UW–‍Madison, including Canvas. These tools—known together as the Learn@UW suite—are designed to enhance teaching, support student learning, and help prepare students for their careers.

Our team offers expert help through training, documentation, and one-on-one or group consultations to make sure instructors and staff can choose and use the tools that best fit their needs.

We work closely with campus partners like the Center for Teaching, Learning and Mentoring, the Instructional Technologists Group, the Office of Academic and Career Success, and many schools and departments to ensure these tools are well-managed and aligned with academic goals.

In addition to supporting the Learn@UW suite of tools, we also collaborate with the Offices of Compliance and Human Resources to help design and deliver online training for students and employees—much of which is essential for meeting university policies and regulations.

Learn@UW suite

Teaching and learning tools

Atomic Assessments

Tool used to create and deliver quizzes in Canvas that require more advanced functionality.

Blue

Course evaluation tool that enhances the feedback experience for both instructors and students.

Canvas

Learning management system used to access and manage online course learning materials.

DesignPLUS

Group of three Canvas integrated tools that help rapidly build and style high-quality courses.

Engage

Discounted access to publisher eTexts in Canvas and access to other publisher materials and resources.

Gradescope

Streamlines and standardizes grading for handwritten, digital, and code submissions.

HelioCampus AC

Assessment management tool for collecting and applying learning assessment data.

Honorlock

Automated proctoring solution for instructors to foster academic integrity.

Kaltura MediaSpace

Video hosting platform for lecture capture, training videos and other instructional purposes.

LinkedIn Learning

LinkedIn Learning: Online platform for business, tech and creative skills courses.

NameCoach

Tool for capturing and sharing proper name pronunciation recordings to promote equity, diversity and belonging.

Piazza

Discussion tool that allows students to work collaboratively with instructor overview.

Pressbooks

Content authoring and hosting platform that faculty, staff and students can use to create eTexts.

TidyUp

TidyUP is a Canvas tool that identifies and removes unused course files and pages.

Top Hat

Active learning tool to engage students with homework, activities and polls using a mobile device.

Turnitin

Evaluation tool promoting originality in student work by comparing submitted assignments.

UDOIT

Universal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT) identifies Canvas course accessibility barriers and provides guidance on fixes.

Career readiness tools

12twenty

Analytics tool used to gather workplace data primarily for undergraduate students. Used by schools and colleges to ensure they are preparing their students for success.

Handshake

Career services management tool that connects students, employers, and career centers. Students can zero in on career interests, personalize notifications, and stay up to date on career events on campus.

Big Interview

A mock interview platform that prepares students and staff for the real thing. Students can rehearse the experiences and their answers. Staff can draw from thousands of questions or create their own. And both can use the Big Resume AI tools to optimize their resume.

Learn@UW news

  • Learn@UW newsletter, week of Apr 24

    Learn@UW newsletter, week of Apr 24

    Highlights from Learn@UW for the week of April 24.

  • Learn@UW newsletter, week of Apr 10

    Learn@UW newsletter, week of Apr 10

    What’s happening Top Hat – New Pages Editor released April 7 On April 7, Top Hat transitioned UW–‍Madison to its New Pages Editor. The New Pages Editor empowers instructors to enhance course materials with…

  • Demystifying AI: Join us April 23

    Demystifying AI: Join us April 23

    If you’ve ever thought, “I probably need to understand AI better,” we have a session made with you in mind. Join us on April 23 for Demystifying AI: An introduction to UW’s AI…

  • Learn how to use Microsoft Copilot & Google Gemini

    Learn how to use Microsoft Copilot & Google Gemini

    Get AI basics with Learn@UW in these one-hour virtual workshops: March 24, April 16 & April 30.

  • Learn@UW Newsletter, week of March 27

    Learn@UW Newsletter, week of March 27

    What’s happening Canvas – Summer and fall courses coming soon The new Canvas course shells for summer 2026 and fall 2026 will be created soon. Remember to allow a couple hours for all courses…

Learn@UW training options, user groups & communities

For both novice and advanced users of the Learn@UW suite of learning technologies, the Learn@UW–‍Madison team offers a variety of opportunities to learn about the tools. As new tools and features are added regularly, the team continues to expand training opportunities to best fit the needs of the university.