8.5 Setting up LTI's in Your New Semester Course Shell

Understanding Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI)

A Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) is a standard developed by the IMS Global Learning Consortium that allows third-party applications to integrate seamlessly with Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Canvas. It enables educators to add rich, interactive content and tools, such as external assignments, quizzes, and multimedia resources, directly within their course environment. This integration enhances the learning experience by providing students with easy access to a variety of educational tools without needing to leave the LMS platform.

 Setting Up an LTI

Setting up an LTI can be a complicated process depending on the third-party vendor you are working with. Here are some key recommendations and steps:

  • Do not install LTIs in a development shell or copy existing LTIs from a previous semester to a new semester shell: This practice can lead to compatibility issues and errors.
  • Migrate only the content you create in your development shell to the new semester shell: Only transfer original course content that you created to maintain consistency and avoid potential conflicts with LTI configurations.
  • Set up LTIs directly in your new semester shell: This ensures that all tools and resources are properly configured and function correctly in the new course shell environment.

 Requesting an LTI

If you need to request an LTI that is not currently installed within the Canvas system, follow these steps:

  1. Fill out a Faculty Support Desk ticket at the mySDCCD Service Desk:
    • Visit facultyhelp.mysdccd.info Links to an external site..
    • Fill out the initial details:
      • First and last name
      • Summary of your request
      • Employee ID
      • Role with the district
    • Under Help Topic, select Online Learning Support Canvas.
    • For the type of issue, select Third-Party LTI Integration Request.
    • Complete the LTI form.
  2. Response Time:
    • You will receive a response within one business day upon completion of the LTI installation request.
    • Alternatively, you will be contacted with updates on the status of your ticket within one business day.

 Activating an Existing LTI

If you have any issues activating an existing LTI that has already been installed in the system but needs to be activated within your new semester course, follow these steps:

Fill out a Faculty Support Desk ticket at the mySDCCD Service Desk:

  1. Visit facultyhelp.mysdccd.info Links to an external site..
  2. Under the type of issue, select Canvas Support.
  3. Fill out the details of the related course.
  4. Describe the issue you are having in trying to implement the LTI into your new semester course shell.

By following these steps, you can ensure a smoother setup and activation process for LTIs within your Canvas courses.