Canvas

Overview

Canvas is a learning management system that allows educators to create manage and deliver course content.  It facilitates online learning, assignment submissions, grading, and communication between students and instructors.

Benefits

• centralized learning platform
• allows real-time collaboration
• grading feedback tools for instructors
• integrates third-party tools (i.e., zoom, Google Drive)

Risks

• limited customization for users without administrative access
• occasional technical issues
• data privacy concerns

Social Impact 

As a great educational tool, Canvas has enhanced the way students and educators interact with one another. This platform allows educators to easily publish and grade coursework to give students immediate results and feedback. Instructors have the ability of publishing any links, modules, videos, or assignments to assist in a variety of students' learning styles and specific subject needs. On the other hand, students engagement is encouraged through discussion posts and other collaborative projects that can be controlled through Canvas. Overall, this platform is mutually beneficial as expert instructors directly choose the content to put out and students are able to learn anywhere at any time. 

Theoretical Foundation

A theoretical concept that can apply to this social platform is the media richness theory. The creation of Canvas was to create an efficient and organized way for the education system when it comes to their courses. Students can turn in assignments, quizzes, exams, projects, and learn material online. Canvas also creates a more efficient way of communicating between students and professors without having to be on campus.

References

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