Academic Technology Supported Applications

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Academic Technology supports a wide range of applications and integrations to enhance the teaching and learning experience. These applications provide additional features, tools, and resources that can help educators and students make the most out of their online learning environment. Below, you'll find a list of all applications supported by Academic Technology as well as applications that we are in the process of evaluating.

Available Applications

The following tables show all third-party apps and LTI tools that have been requested or are supported by Academic Technology.

Web Application (11 applications)

These are applications that can be accessed through the web.

Tools, statuses, and support resources.
Tool Status Works with Canvas Notes Documentation Support Contact
CSU Learn Approved   CSU Learn is a learning management system (LMS) provided by SumTotal. The LMS allows all CSUs to assign, track, and leverage content ranging from professional development to mandatory compliance training. As of 2021 all CSU Chico students, faculty, staff and auxiliaries are fully integrated in the system. CSU Learn Documentation Learning Technology Services
Canvas Approved   Canvas is Chico State's academic learning management system. Canvas Documentation Technology & Learning Program
Canvas Credentials Approved ✓ Canvas Credentials is a digital badging solution that allows educators to issue credentials to students online. It offers features like credential stacking, analytics tracking, and gamification to recognize student achievements and make implementing a full-scale badging program more easily. Available only for Professional and Continuing Education. Canvas Credentials Documentation Canvas Support
GoReact Requestable ✓ GoReact is an interactive platform for feedback, grading, and critiquing of video assignments. GoReact is available by request and approval from the School of Education. Request GoReact for yourself or your course. GoReact Documentation GoReact Support
Google Classroom Requestable   Google Classroom is primarily used by the School of Education to train their teaching credential students in an LMS used widely in K-12 schools. Request Google Classroom for yourself or your course.   Learning Technology Services
Google Workspace Approved   A suite of applications offered by Google. Google Workspace Documentation Learning Technology Services
Gradescope Requestable ✓ Gradescope is an online grading and assessment platform that helps educators streamline the process of grading assignments, exams, and coding projects while providing detailed feedback to students. Request Gradescope for yourself or your course. Gradescope Documentation Technology & Learning Program
Kaltura Video Approved ✓ The Kaltura Video tool allows faculty members to easily embed videos into their Canvas courses. With Kaltura, faculty can upload and manage videos within the platform and make them accessible to students directly within their course content. Kaltura also provides analytics and engagement metrics to help faculty track student views and engagement with their video content. Kaltura Video Documentation Technology & Learning Program
Poll Everywhere Approved ✓ Poll Everywhere is a web-based audience response system that allows you to create and administer polls, surveys, quizzes, and interactive presentations in real-time. With the Poll Everywhere tool for Canvas, you can easily integrate these activities into your course, engage your students, and sync results to your gradebook. Poll Everywhere Documentation Technology & Learning Program
Pronto Approved ✓ Pronto is a chat tool integrated with Canvas that facilitates real-time communication between students, fostering engagement and promoting student success through personalized communication. With features such as video and screen sharing, group messaging, and automated language translation, Pronto provides a convenient and accessible platform for effective communication within the Canvas learning environment. Pronto Documentation Technology & Learning Program
Zoom Approved ✓ The Zoom LTI Pro tool for Canvas is an integration that allows faculty members to schedule and manage Zoom meetings directly from within their Canvas courses. With this tool, instructors can easily create Zoom meetings for their classes and manage attendance and recordings all from one platform, streamlining the virtual classroom experience. Zoom Documentation Technology & Learning Program

Extension (14 applications)

These are applications that can be accessed directly through Canvas.

Tools, statuses, and support resources.
Tool Status Works with Canvas Notes Documentation Support Contact
Accommodate HQ Approved ✓ Accommodate HQ empowers educators to seamlessly provide personalized accommodations and support to students with diverse learning needs, fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Accommodate HQ Documentation Technology & Learning Program
Ally Approved ✓ Ally is an accessibility tool that integrates with the Canvas learning management system to help faculty members create more inclusive content by providing them with feedback on the accessibility of their materials and offering alternative formats for students with disabilities. With Ally, faculty members can ensure that all students have equal access to course materials and improve the overall learning experience for everyone. Ally Documentation Technology & Learning Program
ClassClimate (Feedback on Teaching) Approved ✓ Class Climate facilitates electronic completion of the Student Feedback on Teaching and Learning survey in your course. ClassClimate (Feedback on Teaching) Documentation Institutional Research and Strategic Analytics
Google Assignments Approved ✓ With Google Assignments, faculty can distribute and grade student work, analyze student submissions for plagiarism detection, and use Google Docs and Drive with Canvas. Google Assignments Documentation Google Support
Google Collaborations Approved ✓ Allows students to use Google Docs, Sheets, or Slides for a Canvas Collaboration Google Collaborations Documentation Google Support
INGInious LTI Requestable ✓ INGInious is an intelligent grader that allows secured and automated testing of code made by students. Only available for approved courses. Request INGInious LTI for yourself or your course. INGInious LTI Documentation  
Impact Course Reports Approved ✓ Impact by Instructure helps institutions improve technology adoption and evaluate the impact of educational technology, while helping faculty and students seamlessly navigate new platforms. Impact Course Reports Documentation Technology & Learning Program
MATLAB Grader Approved ✓ MATLAB Grader is an assessment tool created by MathWorks that allows instructors to create interactive MATLAB assignments, automatically grade student work, provide feedback and view performance analytics. MATLAB Grader Documentation MATLAB Technical Support
Microsoft OneDrive Approved ✓ Share content from Microsoft OneDrive in Canvas. Microsoft OneDrive Documentation Microsoft
MyOpenMath Approved ✓ MyOpenMath is an online course management and assessment system for mathematics and other quantitative fields. MyOpenMath Documentation MyOpenMath Support
Proctorio (Secure Exam Proctor) Deprecated ✓ No longer available for institution-wide use. Proctorio (Secure Exam Proctor) Documentation Technology & Learning Program
TidyUP Approved ✓ CidiLabs TidyUp is a tool designed to help instructors clean up their Canvas courses. It identifies unused pages and unlinked files, allowing instructors to remove them. TidyUP Documentation Technology & Learning Program
Turnitin Feedback Studio Requestable ✓ If you prefer to use Turnitin's grading interface, Canvas supports integrating the Turnitin Feedback Studio. Request Turnitin Feedback Studio for yourself or your course. Turnitin Feedback Studio Documentation Technology & Learning Program
Turnitin Similarity Reports Approved ✓ Turnitin Similarity Reports is a plagiarism detection software that compares student papers against a vast database of online sources and academic papers. It generates a report that highlights any potential instances of plagiarism and helps faculty members assess the originality of their students' work. Turnitin Similarity Reports Documentation Technology & Learning Program

Publisher Content (25 applications)

These applications make textbook publisher content (like readings, quizzes, and other activities) available directly in Canvas.

Tools, statuses, and support resources.
Tool Status Works with Canvas Notes Documentation Support Contact
Benchprep CFP Pending ✓ Publisher integration.   Technology & Learning Program
BryteWave (RedShelf) Deprecated ✓ Publisher integration platform for inclusive access. Fall 2025-Replaced with Kortext.   Technology & Learning Program
Cengage LMS Integration Approved ✓ Includes Access WebAssign and MindTap. Cengage LMS Integration Documentation Cengage Support
DawnSign Digital (Signing Naturally) Approved ✓ Publisher integration. DawnSign Digital (Signing Naturally) Documentation DawnSign Support
Edfinity Approved ✓ Publisher integration. Edfinity Documentation Edfinity Support
Kendall Hunt Publishing Approved ✓ Publisher integration. Kendall Hunt Publishing Documentation Kendall Hunt Support
Labster Approved ✓ Labster provides virtual laboratory simulations for science education. They offer 3D virtual labs where students can perform experiments online, making science learning more accessible and cost-effective. It covers various subjects and is suitable for remote learning. Labster Documentation Labster Support
LibreTexts ADAPT Testing ✓ Publisher integration.   LibreTexts Support
Macmillan Achieve Requestable ✓ Publisher integration. Only available for approved courses. Request Macmillan Achieve for yourself or your course. Macmillan Achieve Documentation Macmillan Learning Support
McGraw Hill ALEKS Approved ✓ Publisher Integration. ALEKS is an online program that uses artificial intelligence to assess a student's knowledge and provide personalized learning in subjects like math, chemistry, statistics, and accounting. McGraw Hill ALEKS Documentation McGraw Hill Digital Technical Support
McGraw Hill Connect (LTIA) Approved ✓ Publisher integration. McGraw Hill Connect (LTIA) Documentation McGraw Hill Digital Technical Support
McGraw Hill SimNet Approved ✓ Publisher integration. McGraw Hill SimNet Documentation McGraw Hill Digital Technical Support
My Bookstore Materials (formerly Follett Discover) Approved ✓ Access and assign course materials. Includes Kortext. My Bookstore Materials (formerly Follett Discover) Documentation Wildcat Bookstore
Pearson Access EEAAP Required ✓ Publisher integration. Due to accessibility issues, courses that plan to use this integration must have an Equally Effective Alternate Access Plan on file before the tool can be enabled. Request Pearson Access for yourself or your course. Pearson Access Documentation Pearson Access Online Support
Perusall Approved ✓ Publisher integration. Perusall Documentation Perusall Support
Rising Software Auralia and Musition Approved ✓ Publisher integration.   Rising Software Cloud Support
SAGE Vantage Approved ✓ Publisher integration. SAGE Vantage Documentation SAGE Vantage Support
Stukent Approved ✓ Publisher integration. Stukent Documentation Stukent Support
Visible Body Approved ✓ Publisher integration. Visible Body Documentation Visible Body Support
Vista Higher Learning Not Approved ✓ Publisher integration. This integration was not approved because the vendor has repeatedly refused to comply with our integrations process, refusing to supply industry-standard security documentation.   Vista Higher Learning Technical Support
W. W. Norton Approved ✓ Publisher integration. W. W. Norton Documentation W. W. Norton Tech Support
WK Lippincott Connect Approved ✓ Publisher integration. WK Lippincott Connect Documentation Lippincott Online Help Center
Willo Approved ✓ Publisher integration platform for inclusive access.   Technology & Learning Program
YouTube Approved ✓ The YouTube tool for Canvas allows faculty members and students to easily embed YouTube videos directly into the Rich Content Editor.   Google Support
zyBooks EEAAP Required ✓ Publisher integration. Due to accessibility issues, courses that plan to use this integration must have an Equally Effective Alternate Access Plan on file before the tool can be enabled. Request zyBooks for yourself or your course. zyBooks Documentation zyBooks Support

Desktop Application (4 applications)

These applications are available for Windows, Mac, and/or Linux desktops. OS support is listed with each application.

Tools, statuses, and support resources.
Tool Status Works with Canvas Notes Documentation Support Contact
Respondus Approved ✓ External software available through the support center in Canvas. It is available only for Windows. Respondus Documentation Technology & Learning Program
TechSmith Camtasia Approved   Camtasia is a software suite developed by TechSmith that combines screen recording and video editing capabilities. It is designed for creating and recording video tutorials, presentations, product demonstrations, and other types of visual content that require capturing on-screen activity. It is available for both Windows and macOS operating systems TechSmith Camtasia Documentation Technology & Learning Program
TechSmith SnagIt Approved   Snagit is a screen capture and screen recording software developed by TechSmith, first launched in 1990. It is available for both Windows and macOS operating systems. TechSmith SnagIt Documentation Technology & Learning Program
Zoom Workspace Approved   Zoom Workspace is the desktop application for Zoom. It is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Zoom Workspace Documentation Technology & Learning Program

The tables above list all tools and applications that are Approved, Approved with Exceptions, Pending, Not Approved, Testing, Requested, and Deprecated. Please note that tools marked as Pending, Testing, or Requested are not guaranteed to be integrated. Tools that are Deprecated will no longer be supported and, if integrated, will be removed from the LMS in the near future.

Request an Integration or Application

Want to see a new Academic Technology application or integration added to Canvas? Academic Technology can help. All campus-supported software must go through the Information Technology Procurement Review (ITPR) process to ensure it is secure, accessible, and technically compatible. Chico State is dedicated to providing accessible and secure tools to its campus community, and the ITPR process is a key part of this commitment. This commitment is required by Chancellor's Office policy and state law to make campus resources and tools accessible and secure for everyone.

For more information about the CSU Procurement policy visit the CSU System ATI Procurement Process page.

Before submitting a request, consider the following questions
  • Will your college/department pay for this software?
  • Will this software be used by a whole college or multiple colleges?
  • Is it really free? Are there student fees?
  • Is there an alternative tool already approved for campus use?

Each new integration requires testing, IT Procurement Review, installation, support pages, and user support resources.

If you want to request a new tool, please start the integration process below and Learning Technologies will start the IT Procurement Review process. If the tool requires funding or if you want to request a free tool for the whole campus, please contact us using the link below and we'll work with you. Requesting an integration is not a guarantee that the software will be installed. All criteria must be met before installation can be considered.

Please note that this process can take 6-10 weeks to fully complete, so it is best to make requests at least one term before the tool will be used.

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How the Canvas Integration Process Works

Implementing a new tool into Canvas necessitates the involvement of several teams outside of Academic Technology, including the university's security and accessibility teams in addition to the vendor. Academic Technology takes great care to ensure all aspects of Learning Management System is functional and accessible. Below is an overview of the steps that happen when you request a new integration with Canvas.

Gather Requirements

The first step in the integration process is to gather requirements. This involves determining what the faculty and students need from the tool and what the tool should be able to do. This step is important because it helps to ensure that the right tool is selected for the job and that the tool meets the needs of those who will use it. During this phase, Academic Technology (ATEC) will reach out to the vendor with a standardized set of questions to streamline security and accessibility reviews

Discussion at LMS Advisory Meeting

After the initial requirements have been gathered, the tool will be discussed at an LMS Advisory Meeting. This meeting includes representatives from various functional stakeholders across the university who provide guidance and feedback on the Learning Management System.

The purpose of this meeting is to ensure that the proposed tool aligns with the university's strategic goals and that any concerns or potential issues are addressed before proceeding with the ITPR process. The discussion may cover topics such as the tool's alignment with pedagogical goals, its impact on existing workflows and processes, and any potential risks or concerns related to data security or privacy.

Technical Compatibility Review

Learning Technology Services (LTS), the team responsible for managing the LMS, is responsible for conducting the technical compatibility review. This review evaluates whether the tool is compatible with Canvas and any additional considerations that need to be taken with the tool.

Security Review

Information Security (ISEC) is responsible for conducting the security review. This review is designed to evaluate whether a tool meets the university's security and privacy standards. Some examples of information the security review uncovers include:

  1. Whether the tool sells students' data to third parties (Example: popular discussion platform Piazza sold data about students' grades and what classes they took)
  2. Whether the tool uses adequate security practices (Example:  a bug in Cengage's LMS integration caused the tool to not verify whether requests came from the correct Learning Management System, allowing an attacker to impersonate any student)
  3. Whether the tool keeps student data secured (Example: McGraw Hill left more than 117 million files, including student grades and personal information, completely open to the public)

Tools that integrate with Canvas are able to access various types of student information, including names, email addresses, and even grades and student activity in the course. It is important for the university to adopt tools that respect your students' data. The security review helps to identify and address these security issues to ensure your students' data is safe.

Accessibility Review

Technology Equity and Inclusion (TEIN) is responsible for conducting the accessibility review. This review is designed to evaluate the accessibility of the tool and ensure that it meets the university's accessibility standards. The accessibility review is an important step in the ITPR process because it helps to ensure that the tool is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities.

Inaccessible software can prevent students and instructors from accessing information or completing tasks, leading to frustration and exclusion. In addition, inaccessible software can result in lowered academic performance and even legal consequences for the institution if the tool is found to be in violation of accessibility laws. Inaccessible integrations can also negatively impact the reputation of the institution and reduce the overall quality of the educational experience for everyone.

Implementation in a Testing Environment

After the technical compatibility review is completed, the tool is implemented in a testing environment. This allows the tool to be tested in a real-world scenario before it is implemented in the production environment. This step is important because it helps to ensure that the tool is functional and that any issues are addressed before the tool is implemented in the production environment.

Functional Testing

Technology and Learning Program (TLP) and Learning Technology Services (LTS) are responsible for conducting functional testing. This testing is designed to evaluate the functionality of the tool and ensure that it meets the requirements gathered in step 1. The functional testing is an important step in the approval process because it helps to ensure that the tool performs as advertised.

Final Go/No-Go Decision

After the functional testing is completed, the LMS Advisory Group will evaluate whether the tool should be implemented in the production environment. If the tool passes this step, Academic Technology will schedule a change to deploy the tool to the production environment.

Generate Documentation

After the tool is approved, documentation is generated. This documentation includes information about the tool, how it integrates with Canvas, and how it is used. This step is important because it helps to ensure that the tool is properly documented and that the university has a record of the tool.

Deploy Tool to the Production Environment

Once the tool has passed all of the previous steps, it can be implemented in the production environment during a regular maintenance window. This step involves deploying the tool to the Canvas environment and configuring any necessary settings. It is important to ensure that the tool is implemented correctly and that it does not negatively impact other areas of the LMS. Once the tool has been successfully implemented, it is made available to faculty and students for use in their courses.

Ongoing Maintenance and Support

Once the tool is implemented, ongoing maintenance, updates, bug fixes, and support are provided through a combination of Learning Technology Services, the Technology & Learning Program, and the tool vendor. This ongoing maintenance helps to ensure that the tool continues to function properly and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner.
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