External Tools in Assignments

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Our districts provide a wealth of tech tools and programs but they all don't work together. Luckily, Canvas incorporates a multitude of features including the external tool feature.

Recently, I found out that you can create an assignment that can be accessed and turned in through Canvas but comes from a separate website or program. Additionally, if the external tool is a featured tool from Canvas's list, it will auto log anyone into that program directly in the assignment page.

In order to set your assignment up for this type of submission, you need to make sure that the submission type is set to "External Tool". You then can search the listed programs Canvas "talks to", or you can enter the program URL.

I used Book Creator as an example.

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Jessica is a 38 year old, 13 year vetted middle school Science teacher. Jessica has spent the majority of her career teaching SpEd, Reg. Ed., and Gifted Earth Science classes. She also has experience in teaching Gifted Life Science. Jessica has earned multiple degrees and certifications which have led her to different avenues in her 12 year career. As an undergrad at Clayton State University in Morrow, Ga, Jessica earned her Bacherlor of Arts in Middle Grades Education. She then went on to earn her Masters at Kennesaw State University and Specialist at The University of West Ga, both in Instructional Technology. Jessica has also earned her Media Specialist certification. She serves as the middle school departments Innovative Leader of Tomorrow at the Newton County Theme School, where she leads the Technology Committee in learning and incorporating technology into teacher lessons effectively. Jessica is an Ohio native residing in Covington, Ga, where she spends most of her time with her 5 year old son, Tegan.