Moodle news

FACULTY: Fall 2026 - Canvas Course Shells Live

Mon, 04 May 2026 14:56:19 GMT

by Brad Wheeler.

Dear Faculty and Instructors,

As we move toward our full transition to Canvas, please keep these critical dates and "Next Steps" in mind:

Fall 2026 Building is Underway
All Fall 2026 course shells are live in Canvas. While Summer I & II remain here in Moodle, all Fall course development should now take place at mtholyoke.instructure.com.
Upcoming Moodle "Snapshot" Deadline: May 15
On May 15, EdTech will take a "snapshot" of all Spring 2026 Moodle courses to move them into Canvas for you. Please ensure your current Moodle materials are updated by this date for a clean transfer.
Import Your Archived Content in Canvas
Your archived Moodle materials are already waiting for you in Canvas. Use our Guide to Importing Materials to get started (available on the Summit Site).
Hands-On Support
Need help building? Join us for our Canvas "Construction Zone" workshops:
- Thu 5/7 & Fri 5/8 (1:00pm – 2:00pm; LIBR 418)
- Thu 5/14 & Fri 5/15 (1:00pm – 2:00pm; LIBR 418)
- Thu 5/21 & Fri 5/22 (1:00pm – 2:00pm; LIBR 418)

You may also Book a 1-on-1 appointment with the EdTech team.

PaGE Faculty: Please check with your department administration for your specific transition timeline.

For a full list of detailed information, please visit the Summit Site.

Best,
The EdTech Team
(Brad, Matt, Stephanie, Annie, and Skye)
edtech@mtholyoke.edu

FACULTY: Canvas Update: Fall 2026 Course Shells

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:43:04 GMT

by Brad Wheeler.

Dear Faculty & Instructors:

As we prepare for our campus-wide LMS transition, please note that Fall 2026 course shells are now available in Canvas, rather than here in Moodle. Additionally, Spring 2026 Moodle courses will be captured and moved on May 15, 2026.

While Summer I and Summer II 2026 courses will continue to run in Moodle, all course building for the Fall semester should now take place in Canvas at mtholyoke.instructure.com.

Next Steps for Fall Courses:

Access Your Shells: Log in to Canvas to find your Fall 2026 shells and your personal Sandbox site (mtholyoke.instructure.com).
Import Your Content: Content from Moodle has been migrated to Canvas archives. Follow the Import Instructions on the Summit Site to move materials into your new shells.
PaGE Faculty: Please contact your department administration for additional information regarding your specific transition steps.

Training & Support: We are here to help! Whether you need a quick answer or a deep dive into Canvas setup please:

Keep checking the Summit Site for up-to-date information.
Join our Workshops (on the Summit Site).
Book a 1-on-1 appointment with the EdTech team.

We are thrilled to embark on this new chapter with you and look forward to seeing your Fall courses take shape in Canvas!

Best,

The EdTech Team
(Brad, Matt, Stephanie, Annie, and Skye)
edtech@mtholyoke.edu

Canvas LMS: Resources & Showcase

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:34:33 GMT

by Skye Myerson.

Canvas LMS: Resources & Showcase

Curious about our move to Canvas? Visit the Summit Site for important dates, a Faculty Toolkit, and your Transition Checklist.

Faculty and staff, join the Canvas Course Showcase during TLI's Open Classroom Week. Drop by to view live Spring 2026 pilot courses and chat with the EdTech team.

When: Wednesday March 4 | 2:50–3:40 PM (Drop-in)
Where: Library 419

Ready to explore Canvas yourself? Log in at mtholyoke.instructure.com.

Please feel free to contact our team with questions at edtech@mtholyoke.edu.

Best wishes,
Skye, Matt, Stephanie, Annie, and Brad
LITS' Educational Technology team