Are you curious about Discussion Checkpoints? I’m here to give you a sneak peek at this highly anticipated release, coming later this year.
First, let’s quickly cover what Discussion Checkpoints are and why we’re building them. Also commonly referred to as “multiple discussion due dates,” this feature allows instructors to create a more intentional discussion environment. Beyond the initial reply to a discussion prompt, educators can now require additional replies to peers, attach grades, and use a rubric for those comments, fostering deeper engagement.
While some instructors have crafted creative workarounds to achieve similar outcomes, Discussion Checkpoints provide a more streamlined and effective solution. This feature has been highly requested, and with the redesigned Discussions interface in place, we knew these capabilities were essential to Canvas LMS.
As we work to conclude the development (as shared in this recent post), we encourage you to check out the video below for a walkthrough of this feature. Comment below if you have any questions or feedback for our product team!
Sharable Link: https://productmarketing.instructuremedia.com/embed/1b63d9e9-adbb-4edb-81d4-23376824e4af
Discussion Checkpoints FAQ Doc https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JVt68oZb1LM1we6gr3VIc1f48UOGKrFvmenrPNrd9jg/edit?usp=sharing
