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Upcoming Canvas User Interface Changes

There is a new layout coming to Canvas in the Summer I 2016 semester. Canvas Dashboard and Global Navigation menus will have an updated look and feel with improved navigation. Improvements include:

Left navigational menus

Collapsable menus to maximize content

Course Cards with activity icons

Customizable Course Names and Color Preference

Responsive mobile-friendly design

Although changes have been made to the interface, no other changes have been made to the system. Course Navigation menus remain the same.

Below is a preview of the new interface. More detailed information provided at Dashboard and Navigation. This 6 minute video provides a complete overview of all changes. Contact engr-canvas@umd.edu with any questions.

The New Dashboard