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
Tool offering discounted access to publisher eTexts via Canvas and access to other publisher materials and resources.
Gradescope
Grading tool designed to streamline and standardize the assessment of assignments, particularly those involving handwritten work, digital submissions, and coding.
HelioCampus AC
Assessment management tool that facilitates the collection and application of learning assessment data.
Honorlock
Automated proctoring solution for instructors to foster academic integrity.
Kaltura MediaSpace
Video hosting platform for lecture capture, training videos and countless other instructional purposes.
NameCoach
Tool for capturing and sharing proper name pronunciation recordings to promote equity, diversity and belonging.
Online training (LinkedIn Learning)
LinkedIn Learning: Online platform for business, tech and creative skills courses.
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.
UDOIT
Universal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT) identifies Canvas course accessibility barriers and provides guidance on how to fix them.
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.
Learn@UW suite: 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
List of articles
Learn@UW Newsletter, week of Nov 21
What’s happening? Canvas – Spring course shells now available Canvas course shells for the spring semester are now available. Instructors can access them from their Canvas dashboard and begin preparations for the new semester. Canvas …
LinkedIn Learning now integrated with Workday Learning
You still have access to this great service, but your learning history won’t carry over to your Workday Learning transcript. If you want to keep your learning history, follow these instructions before Dec 1.
Change to student access tokens in Canvas
If you wish to use an access token, you’ll now need to request one.
DesignPLUS available now
DesignPLUS is a time-saving tool that allows instructors and course designers to build engaging, stylized Canvas courses.
Learn@UW Newsletter, week of Nov 7
Canvas scheduled maintenance, Honorlock User Group (Virtual) Meetup, Top Hat release notes, HelioCampus AC survey deadline, and lots of training!
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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.
Help & contact
Schedule a consultation
There are a wide range of tools available and our learning technology consultants are happy to help you choose the best tool to fit your needs. You can always reach out to consultants in your local school or college. Otherwise, instructors and instructional staff can request a consultation with a DoIT AT consultant through the DoIT Help Desk.