What’s happening?
Canvas/Zoom Integration – Permissions issue
We recently detected an issue regarding how Zoom (within Canvas) treats individuals that possess Admin or Support role within a course. In short, these individuals are assigned “Alternative Host” roles for all Zoom meetings. The issue has been documented and detailed here. Check this document for progress and updates.
Engage – Order periods for summer and fall 2025
Instructors preparing to use Engage for the summer and fall semesters, please keep the following in mind:
- The ordering period for eTexts and digital learning tools (DLTs) for the summer semester is already open. It will remain open until March 26. No late orders or adjustments can be made after 6pm on March 26. To review the catalog of available resources or to place an order, access the Engage ordering tool here.
- The ordering period for fall 2025 will run from March 19 through May 28.
Note: Pearson and McGraw Hill content is not yet available in the Order Tool, however you can still submit Content Requests for these materials. For more information, please see this news item.
Non-credit Instructional Design Newsletter
The Non-credit Instructional Design team has launched a monthly one-page newsletter, the purpose of which will be to “explore timely, relevant topics and provide information on various eLearning best practices.”
To review the inaugural January edition, click here. To sign up for future newsletter, contact learnuwsupport@wisc.edu.
Upcoming events
Non-Credit User Group, February 20
The Non-Credit Community of Practice will meet on Thursday, February 20, from 11:00am to 12:00pm. The primary topic of discussion will be enrollment options for non-credit courses. If you are interested, contact learnuwsupport@wisc.edu to be added to the calendar event.
Pressbooks User Group, March 7
The Pressbooks User Group will meet on Friday, March 7, from 10:00am to 11:00am. This is a great opportunity to catch up on any enhancements to the tool, pick up some best practices, and ask Andrew Turner any questions you may have. Please, sign up here to indicate your interest, and to be reachable in case changes are made to the schedule.