New role & permissions

[mlunga]

Problem statement:

I am posting on behalf of an instructor. She asked if there was a role other than that of an observer or designer for peer mentors that does not violate FERPA regulations. She wanted peer mentors to open discussions, upload their files, and talk with the students. She feared that the designer role would have them unknowingly change the course. The observer role was too restricting. Can Instructure consider adding a new role accommodating peer mentor responsibilities in an online learning environment? Thanks

Proposed solution:

Adding a new role accommodating peer mentor responsibilities in an online learning environment.

User role(s):

admin

[KristinL]

Hi @mlunga -

Your institution should be able to create a custom role based on the needs of your instructors and designers. I think your Canvas Admin team could create a custom role based on the Designer role but then provide more limited permissions where it makes sense.

How do I add an account-level role in the Permissions page? 

What user roles and permissions are available in Canvas? 

Would something like this work for you and your team?

[KristinL]

Hi -- If you are unable to provide an update regarding this idea by October 23, we will need to archive it to help the Community Team focus on current Ideas. If you need more time, that's okay too! Providing an update before that time would be helpful and appreciated.