Design Tools in Canvas will upgrade to DesignPLUS
We are excited to announce that our institution will be upgrading from the current Cidi Labs Design Tools to the enhanced DesignPLUS suite. This transition aims to provide our educators with advanced tools to create engaging, accessible, and visually appealing courses in Canvas.
To assist with the transition, the CTL will be hosting “Meet DesignPLUS!”, an informative training session on how to get started with using this amazing tool.
Join us for a one-hour session on the upcoming switch from Design Tools to DesignPLUS. During this session, you will:
Learn how to launch the DesignPLUS sidebar and update user settings before the update
See demonstrations on how to use QuickStart tools and templates
Explore the sidebar's navigation, usability, and compelling design options
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