Case Study: Northern Arizona University achieves a smooth LMS transition with Canvas by Instructure

Northern Arizona University launches Canvas LMS for 28,000+ users with Instructure

Northern Arizona University (NAU) faced the challenge of replacing its legacy Blackboard learning management system, which had reached the end of its useful life. The university needed a new LMS that would integrate well with other systems and be accessible across its 20+ locations, all while incorporating extensive feedback from its community of students and faculty.

The solution implemented with vendor Instructure was Canvas LMS. NAU conducted a 10-month consultative process that included town halls and sandbox testing, leading to a smooth fall launch. The project was a success, with over a thousand faculty members engaging in training and a seamless transition for its 28,000+ users, creating a more consistent and intuitive teaching and learning environment.

Northern Arizona University