Canvas Quizzes
Assessments for the Modern Classroom.
Overview
Canvas Quizzes is the integrated assessment engine within the widely-used Canvas Learning Management System by Instructure. It allows educators to build and administer everything from simple, ungraded surveys to high-stakes final exams. The tool supports a variety of question types, automated and manual grading, and settings to control timing and access. Its primary strength is its seamless integration into the Canvas ecosystem, linking assessments directly to the gradebook, course modules, and learning outcomes.
✨ Key Features
- Variety of question types (MCQ, Essay, File Upload, etc.)
- Timed assessments
- Question banks for randomization
- Automated grading for objective questions
- Integration with Canvas Gradebook
- Moderation settings for individual students
- Rich Content Editor for questions
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Seamless, native integration with all other Canvas tools (Gradebook, Modules, SpeedGrader).
- Modern, user-friendly interface for both instructors and students.
- Extensibility through LTI, allowing for easy integration of third-party proctoring and content tools.
Unique Value: Provides a deeply integrated and convenient assessment solution for educators and students already using the Canvas LMS, eliminating the need for external tools for most course-based testing.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Used by millions of students and instructors at institutions that have adopted Canvas as their official LMS.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Standalone assessment needs outside of the Canvas LMS.
- Enterprise-level certification or pre-employment testing.
🏆 Alternatives
While not as feature-rich in high-stakes security as standalone platforms like ExamSoft or Inspera, its native integration makes it far more convenient for everyday academic use. It is more robust and academically-focused than general-purpose tools like Google Forms.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by institutional contract tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Available with a free Canvas account for teachers.
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