Learning Tool Integrations (LTIs) are a standard method of integrating rich learning applications with learning management systems like Canvas. LTIs can be integrated into your Canvas course and made available to your students via the Course Navigation menu by clicking on Modules or Assignments (depending on the integration).
NOTE: LTIs are not available in Sandbox courses.
Add an LTI to Your Course Navigation Menu
Follow the steps below to display an LTI in your Canvas course menu:
- Click Settings in the Course Navigation menu.
- Select the Navigation tab.
- Click the ellipsis (...) to the right of the integration name and select "Enable".
- Click the Save button at the bottom of the screen.
Add an Integration to a Module or Assignment
Some LTIs are designed to be used within course assignments and modules. Follow the steps below to utilize an LTI in Modules and/or Assignments in your course:
In Modules:
- Click the + button on the right side of the module header.
- In the Add Item window, select External Tool from the first drop-down list.
- Select the LTI from the list and verify the URL and Page Name fields below.
- Complete any additional information needed.
- Click the Add Item button.
In Assignments:
- Click the + Assignment button.
- Enter the appropriate information to create the assignment.
- In the Submission Type field, select External Tool from the drop-down list.
- Click the Find button.
- In the Configure External Tool window, select the LTI from the list and verify the URL field below (if needed).
- Click the Select button to add this tool and return to the Create Assignment page.
- Enter the remaining information in the assignment creation page.
- Click the Save or Save & Publish button.