Canvas will no longer support and host the Google Apps LTI tool, which impacts the Google Drive course Navigation link and Google Cloud Assignments external tool integration. This means that users will no longer be able to access the Google Apps LTI tool or use Cloud Assignments starting June 30, 2024.

Is the Google Drive integration in Canvas going away? 

Instructure will no longer support and host the Google Apps LTI tool in Canvas, which impacts the Google Drive course Navigation link and Google Cloud Assignments external tool integration. This means that users will no longer be able to access the Google Apps LTI tool or use Cloud Assignments after this date.

What is the replacement tool for the Google Apps LTI in Canvas? 

Google Assignments LTI 1.3 is the replacement integration/tool in Canvas. In addition to being used in the same capacity as teachers are already familiar with, Assignments LTI 1.3 will be used for inserting Google Drive files as course content and more. Assignments LTI 1.3 has all of the functionality of Google Apps LTI and more, allowing users to collaborate on Docs, Sheets and Slides, Forms, Drawings, Sites and Jams.

Do I have to transition to Assignments LTI 1.3 right away?

No, if you are currently depending on the Google Apps LTI for external links access or Cloud Assignments, you will continue to have access to the tool until June 30th 2024. This means that teachers have access for the remainder of the 2023/2024 school year. However, the Online Learning Systems (OLS) Team recommends that teachers begin to gradually transition to Assignments LTI 1.3 in order to become familiar with the integration, interface and process.

Will I eventually lose access to Google Apps LTI? 

Yes, the Google Apps LTI will reach end-of-life on June 30th 2024. This means that users will no longer be able to access Google Cloud Assignments nor the Google Drive course Navigation link after this date.

Do I need to re-create all my Google Apps LTI embedded items and start from scratch? 

No, you do not have to re-create existing Google Apps LTI embedded items or Cloud Assignments across Canvas course content. Content can be easily converted to Assignments LTI 1.3 simply by changing the External Tool source in the Settings area. Review this help article for more information.

Is submission data lost after converting Cloud Assignments to Assignments LTI 1.3? 

No, it does not appear that submission/score data is lost after converting an Assignment. If a Cloud Assignment contains student submissions, they will remain intact within the course SpeedGrader. 

If a Cloud Assignment is converted, will students still be able to access and submit? 

Yes, as long as the item is published in the course, students will be able to access and submit in an active course. After converting to Assignments LTI 1.3, students who already submitted an assignment will still be able to view their previous Cloud Assignment submission and also link their account to submit in the new Assignments LTI 1.3 format.