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reviewer1702650 - PeerSpot reviewer
Visiting lecturer at a university with 1,001-5,000 employees
Real User
Top 5
User-friendly platform with availability of efficient support documentation
Pros and Cons
  • "The assessment tools in Canvas significantly contribute to educational outcomes by allowing instructors to create and manage assessments effectively."
  • "Integrating more AI capabilities for the product could enhance its functionality, particularly in automating repetitive tasks and personalizing learning experiences."

What is most valuable?

The platform is highly user-friendly compared to other LMS platforms like Blackboard. Its ease of content creation, module structuring, and flexibility in course management are valuable features for our educational environment.

What needs improvement?

Integrating more AI capabilities for the product could enhance its functionality, particularly in automating repetitive tasks and personalizing learning experiences.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using Canvas LMS for eight years now.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

In terms of stability, the platform has improved significantly over the years. Initially, there were occasional issues with page loading, but these have been largely resolved, providing a stable platform for educational use.

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What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

The product is scalable across different educational levels, from individual teachers to entire institutions, making it adaptable to varying educational needs and environments.

How are customer service and support?

I haven't contacted the technical support team directly as there is ample online documentation and community support available.

How would you rate customer service and support?

Positive

How was the initial setup?

The initial setup of Canvas is straightforward and user-friendly compared to other LMS platforms. It helps educators start building courses and managing content without extensive technical knowledge.

What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?

The platform can be expensive for smaller organizations with fewer students. It's more suited for larger institutions with budgets accommodating its pricing structure.

What other advice do I have?

The assessment tools in Canvas significantly contribute to educational outcomes by allowing instructors to create and manage assessments effectively. 

I would recommend it to others and rate it an eight out of ten.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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reviewer2107608 - PeerSpot reviewer
Student at a educational organization with 201-500 employees
Real User
Top 5
Well laid out, easy to follow, and easy to set up
Pros and Cons
  • "It's easy to follow. It flows well, and it's easy to use."
  • "It would be good to be able to do teleconferencing within the LMS."

What is our primary use case?

I used it as a college professor, but I'm not teaching it back to college anymore. I now use it in my doctorate program.

What is most valuable?

It's easy to follow. It flows well, and it's easy to use.

What needs improvement?

It would be good to be able to do teleconferencing within the LMS.

For how long have I used the solution?

I've been using this solution for about ten years.

What do I think about the stability of the solution?

It seems to be stable.

How are customer service and support?

I've not dealt with their support.

Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?

I've worked with other solutions such as Blackboard, Moodle, etc. Canvas LMS is better than others in terms of readability or the way it's laid out. The thing I like about it is that you can see all the responses on the fetching post at one time. You don't have to open them up individually. That's probably the biggest thing for me.

How was the initial setup?

It's straightforward. It's easier than Blackboard.

What other advice do I have?

I would rate it a ten out of ten. It's a good product.

Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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reviewer2107608 - PeerSpot reviewer
Student at a educational organization with 201-500 employees
Real User
Top 5
Useful to learn and teach classes
Pros and Cons
  • "Canvas LMS is user-friendly. Its assessment tools help to find the weaknesses and strengths of students."

    What is our primary use case?

    I use the tool to learn and teach classes. 

    What is most valuable?

    Canvas LMS is user-friendly. Its assessment tools help to find the weaknesses and strengths of students. 

    For how long have I used the solution?

    I have been using the product for 10-12 years. 

    What do I think about the stability of the solution?

    I haven't encountered any stability issues. 

    What do I think about the scalability of the solution?

    We had no issues with the solution's scalability. 

    How are customer service and support?

    You can Google the issues and find solutions. 

    How was the initial setup?

    Canvas LMS' deployment is easy, and I rate its ease of setup an eight out of ten. 

    What other advice do I have?

    I rate Canva LMS a nine out of ten. 

    Disclosure: My company does not have a business relationship with this vendor other than being a customer.
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