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While Canvas is the official platform for Boise State University’s online courses, there are many other technologies that help students meet course goals. There are no one-size-fits-all technology solutions, and choosing from among the ever-expanding ed-tech universe can be overwhelming. The purpose of this article is to provide considerations for selecting and integrating third-party technologies tools into an online course.
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“Third-party tools” are software or applications that are not natively built into Canvas.
Third-party tools may include , but are not limited to, Canvas “apps” (e.g., publisher courseware, Flip, etc.) or software that students access outside of the LMS (e.g., PackBack).
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Technology, textbooks, and other course materials can add to students’ financial burdens beyond tuition and fees. It’s a good idea to reflect on the impact that of technology tools have on students’ ability to afford to take the course. For example, you may want to consider:
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If you are interested in a new Canvas LTI, refer to the LTS Canvas Integration Policy for the process, timeline, and a link to the request form.
You may want to pay close attention to whether you will be able to can copy the integration from term to term or whether it will need to be configured each time the course is taught.
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Accessibility and privacy are important considerations when selecting technologies (University policy Policy 8140), and instructors are responsible for selecting accessible materials and technologies (Policy 1075, Policy 2080). Consider:
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If you are working with the eCampus Center to design an online course, your Instructional Design Consultant can advise you on how to select and integrate technologies that align with course goals; our staff cannot be responsible for technology vetting. It will be your responsibility to communicate with vendors and navigate University processes for vetting software , and for installing or configuring Canvas apps.
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