So for new schools connecting to Canvas for the first time from QuickSchools, Canvas has added a new security feature, where you have to authorize external systems for integration (via a Developer Key). Remember that the integration from QuickSchools to Canvas only works for the paid version of Canvas for schools (not the free version for teachers).
Enabling the Developer Key
In Canvas, go to “Admin” > “Developer Keys” and click on the “Inherited”:
From there, scroll down and find the “QuickSchools” app. You may need to to click on “Show All Keys” at the bottom to view more apps:
Finally, just turn on the Developer Key.
Connecting in QuickSchools
Back in QuickSchools, once the app is installed and enabled from the App Store, go to the Canvas App and click on the “Connect to Canvas” button:
Finally, enter the URL for your Canvas Account:
If you are already logged into Canvas, the systems will connect automatically. Otherwise, the system will ask you to log into Canvas from QuickSchools. And that’s it. You should see the following screen:
For more information on how the integration works, check out the following links:
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