Canvas & Panopto
Integration.
The Canvas Panopto integration offers the best way to elevate video creation, management, engagement, and analytics within Canvas LMS. This powerful tool helps institutions foster engaging, flexible, and accessible learning experiences. From lecture capture to flipped classrooms and student video projects, Panopto seamlessly enhances Canvas native video solution, providing a comprehensive video platform that feels like a natural extension of the LMS. Embrace the possibilities!
Enhance Classroom Experiences with Advanced Video Learning Tools in Canvas.
The Instructure Canvas Panopto integration transforms Canvas into a dynamic, video-rich learning environment. As institutions expand hybrid and online learning, Panopto delivers a best-in-class video platform that seamlessly embeds within the Canva LMS to support lecture capture, flipped instruction, video assignments, and more—all while keeping workflows intuitive for instructors and students alike.
How Panopto Enhances Teaching and Learning in Canvas
1. Seamless Access Through Single Sign-On
Users authenticate with their Canvas credentials and gain instant access to Panopto’s video features within the LMS. The integration uses LTI 1.3 and supports both traditional and deep linking, so adding video to any course element is quick and intuitive.
2. Course Folder Syncing and Content Organization
Panopto automatically creates and syncs a dedicated folder for each Canvas course, simplifying video management for faculty. Content uploaded or recorded through Canvas is immediately stored in the corresponding Panopto folder, ready for reuse, sharing, or editing.
3. Flexible Video Embedding Options
Instructors can embed videos anywhere in Canvas—modules, discussions, pages, assignments, and quizzes—using the Panopto Video button in the Rich Content Editor (RCE). Videos are interactive, responsive, and include features like captions, search, and playback speed controls.
4. Video Assignments and Student Submissions
With the Canvas Panopto integration, instructors can create assignments where students submit video recordings directly. These submissions are stored securely and automatically associated with the correct course and assignment.
5. Detailed Engagement Analytics
Instructors can track video engagement at both the individual and class level. With Panopto’s analytics, educators gain insights into who is watching, for how long, and where learners may be struggling—providing an opportunity for timely intervention or content improvement.
6. Accessibility Designed for Inclusive Learning
Panopto proudly meets WCAG 2.1 AA standards, offering automated speech-to-text captioning and multilingual translations. We are screen-reader compatible and keyboard navigable, ensuring your videos are accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
7. FERPA-Compliant Security and Privacy
All videos are secured according to Canvas role-based permissions, and access is controlled using the institution’s SSO. Panopto ensures FERPA and GDPR compliance, with robust privacy controls and optional content retention policies.
8. Scalable, Flexible, and Extensible
Scale and adapt your Canvas video strategy with Panopto’s flexible and streamlined workflow. Designed for growth, Panopto’s learning ecosystem offers a robust foundation to manage increasing video needs within your Canvas environment, ensuring your video capabilities evolve with you.
Key Features of the Canvas Panopto Integration
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| LTI 1.3 Integration | Full support for deep linking, authentication, and security |
| Canvas RCE Video Button | Easily embed videos anywhere in Canvas content |
| Automatic Course Folder Provisioning | No manual setup—courses are synced automatically |
| Student Video Assignments | Enable student-created content with secure submissions |
| Viewer Engagement Analytics | Monitor student engagement and identify drop-off points |
| Automatic Captioning, Transcripts, and Translations | Built-in ASR, Transcripts, translations and support for human captions |
| Mobile Access | Watch, record, and submit from any device |
| Search Inside Every Course Video | Quickly find specific information within lecture recordings and course content, including spoken words and on-screen text. |
| SSO & Secure Sharing | Canvas credentials control video access seamlessly |
Elevated Video Experience in Canvas:
Easy Integration, Uploads, and Engagement
- Enable the Panopto integration in Canvas using LTI 1.3 and configure the Rich Content Editor (RCE) integration.
- Canvas courses automatically sync with Panopto, creating course-specific folders and permissions.
- Faculty record or upload content via the Panopto recorder, browser, or mobile app.
- Instructors embed videos into modules, assignments, quizzes, and discussions with a few clicks.
- Students watch videos without leaving Canvas and submit assignments using Panopto’s built-in submission workflow.
- Instructors and admins can analyze viewership and optimize content based on real engagement data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Panopto available in all areas of Canvas?
Yes. Panopto integrates into Canvas modules, pages, assignments, discussions, and quizzes via the Rich Content Editor and LTI 1.3 tools.
Do videos play natively in Canvas?
Yes. Panopto videos are embedded and playable within Canvas pages—no redirection or external login required.
Does Panopto meet accessibility standards?
Yes. All videos can be automatically captioned, with additional options for human transcription. The player supports screen readers, keyboard navigation, and high-contrast themes.
Is it difficult to set up?
Not at all. Most institutions configure the Canvas Panopto integration in under an hour, and Panopto offers white-glove onboarding support if needed.
Can students record and submit videos for assignments?
Yes. Panopto enables secure student video submissions, allowing learners to submit presentations, reflections, or demonstrations directly in Canvas.
How are permissions managed?
Access is determined by Canvas course roles. Instructors control visibility, and students only see the content relevant to their enrolled courses.
What kind of video analytics are available?
Panopto provides per-user and per-video insights, including views, average watch time, and engagement heatmaps.
Get Started with the Canvas Panopto Integration
As video becomes central to digital learning, the Canvas Panopto integration gives educators and learners the tools they need—seamlessly, securely, and at scale. Whether for recorded lectures, flipped classrooms, or interactive assignments, Panopto makes it easy to manage and engage with video inside the LMS.
Contact us today to see how your institution can unlock the full potential of video in Canvas.