- Created by Matthew Buss (internet2.edu), last modified by Lauren Hanks on May 14, 2025
Welcome to the NET+ Instructure Canvas Program!
The Internet2 NET+ Instructure Canvas Program is open to all Internet2 members. This wiki page will overview how to make the most of your program participation by providing details on Service documentation, upcoming events, latest Service Advisory Group news, and community resources around the web.
If you are looking details on how to join the program, add licenses as a existing participant, or adopt the latest version of the NET+ Instructure Customer Agreement, please visit the Engage Tab of the NET+ Instructure Canvas webpage.
Program Benefits:
The Internet2-Instructure NET+ partnership enables institutions to move rapidly through the LMS evaluation process, allowing for faster adoption of a superior learning platform. In addition to discounted subscription fees, Internet2 Members are eligible for these special NET+ Instructure benefits:
Discounted rates on professional services
Customized support packages at discounted rates
Two free passes to InstructureCon, Instructure's annual conference, the first year of your agreement
Access to subscriber mailing lists, regular program webinars, and other community resources
Program Characteristics:
Open to all Internet2 members
Minimum commitment for an Enterprise Customer is 3 years
Enterprise Customer Agreement (ECA) automatically renews
More information can be found under the Features tab on the NET+ Instructure webpage and Cloud Scorecard.
Program News & Updates
July 22-24, 2025: InstructureCon | Spokane, Washington
Calling all inspiration seekers, edtech enthusiasts, and intrepid educators! Experience perspective-shifting keynotes, product deep dives, and educator-led discussions on top-of-mind issues. Registration is now open for InstructureCon 2025 and we hope to see you there!
Program Newsletters:
NET+ Instructure Program newsletters are issued quarterly and emailed to all Program Subscribers. Missed the latest issue? You can always go back and review previous newsletters, and please reach out to us to ensure you receive them in your inbox going forward. NET+ Instructure Subscribers may also review our mailing list archives for additional program updates.
Service Advisory Group:
The NET+ Instructure Service Advisory Group meets monthly in collaboration with Instructure to discuss strategic product improvements, program roadmaps, community experience, and more. Previous SAG meeting agendas are made available shortly after each meeting. If you'd like to share your questions or concerns with the Service Advisory Group, please fill out this form. You may also contact Internet2 at netplus@internet2.edu.
Recent Events and Activities
How will generative AI shape the future of learning? Join Instructure's Chief Architect, Zach Pendleton, for a crucial conversation addressing institutions', administrators', and faculty's questions about generative AI development on the Instructure Learning Platform. This webinar offers insights into Instructure's strategic vision for AI, the guiding principles behind its development, and a look at the key areas of focus for maximizing educator impact. This event was exclusive to NET+ Canvas subscribers. Reach out to lhanks@internet2.edu for access to the recording.
Join Ryan Lufkin, Instructure's VP of Global Academic Strategy for a conversation about artificial intelligence literacy in Higher Education. Educators are cautiously optimistic about the impact of generative AI on education, however they are hungry for insights into how to navigate the world of AI. We will discuss strategies Institutions can adopt to ensure the implementation of AI is safe, ethical, accessible, equitable, and impactful for teaching and learning. This event was exclusive to NET+ Canvas subscribers. Reach out to lhanks@internet2.edu for access to the recording.
If you're unable to attend InstructureCon, you can still catch the roadmap highlights! Join Chief Product Officer, Shiren Vijiasingam, to explore the latest product updates from Instructure. Get a sneak peek into how new access to insights and generative AI will help you drive impact and student engagement, and how our solutions help you build a safe, impactful, and interoperable edtech ecosystem that supports evidence-based decision-making. Lastly, you’ll learn how Instructure products are adapting to evolving learner needs over the course of their lifelong learning journey.
This event was open for all to attend. Watch the webinar recording here. The password to access is: cvXR4+11
In this meeting, we will discuss Instructure's current and upcoming initiatives in data governance, focusing on innovations in data retention for education. The agenda includes an open Q&A session, exploration of new concepts and solutions for data retention, and gathering feedback on product strategy and future plans. Key topics include course archiving features, configuration of data governance policies, and the implementation of hard deleting mechanisms, all aimed at improving data management.
This event was open to all NET+ Canvas program subscribers.
See press release for more information. Internet2 has been engaging with Instructure and the Service Advisory Board to share our research on KKR and field any questions or concerns. We'll continue to share any relevant information to program subscribers as needed. If you'd like to share your questions or concerns with the Service Advisory Board, please fill out this form. You may also contact Internet2 at netplus@internet2.edu.
Get ready to experience a whole lot of learning, and a whole lot of fun! Registration is now open for InstructureCon 2024, and we hope you'll attend from July 9-11 at the Venetian Resort in Las Vegas. Whether you’re a seasoned Canvas user or new to the community, you’ll leave Instructure's annual conference with fresh ideas, new connections, and actionable takeaways. For questions, check out the FAQ page.
Instructure, working with Internet2, announced the creation of a Data Governance Advisory Council to address the rising data management and archiving needs of higher educational institutions. Comprising members from Instructure and Internet2, as well as representatives from various education institutions, the council seeks to recommend consistent data hygiene/governance standards. Read the full Press Release for more information.
The NET+ Canvas SAB met in Salt Lake City for their annual in-person board meeting at Instructure's Global HQ office. The full day's agenda can be found here: 2024 SAB Agendas.
Thanks to everyone that was able to attend our most recent Town Hall outlining the details and benefits of Amendment #9. In September of 2023, an amendment was agreed upon between Instructure and Internet2 to update pricing schedules and introduce bundling for Internet2 members that purchase from Instructure. Meeting recording to be shared soon.
NET+ Instructure Service Advisory Group
The NET+ Instructure program is managed by an Internet2 Program Manager with the support of the NET+ Instructure Service Advisory Group (SAG). For more information about Advisory Group membership and activities, please visit the NET+ Instructure SAG Homepage. To get in touch with the SAG, please fill out this form.
NET+ Instructure Program Subscribers
The list of NET+ Instructure Program Subscribers can be found at internet2.edu/services/canvas under the Subscriber Information tab.
NET+ Instructure Program Subscribers may join our email distribution list to take advantage of connecting with other Institutions about program events, Canvas product updates, and more. Please contact netplus@internet2.edu to be added.
Data Governance Advisory Council
The mission of the Instructure & Internet2 Data Governance Advisory Council is to bring together an influential group of educational leaders who, together with Instructure, will help map, shape, and evaluate new solutions, services and policy surrounding data retention.
Service Documentation and Resources
- Cloud Scorecard: Canvas service overview
- Accessibility: Canvas VPAT
- Information Security: View Instructure's Trust Center for information on Platform Security, Incident Response, Compliance, and Privacy Policies. You may also email netplus@internet2.edu to request the Service Validation Effort and Security Report.
- Contract and Pricing: Contact netplus@internet2.edu for more information.
Questions?
NET+ Instructure Program Manager: Lauren Hanks
- To get in touch with the NET+ Program Manager, Service Advisory Group, the Service Management team, or any subscribing peer institutions, please reach out to netplus@internet2.edu.
- US EDU Sales Team: info@instructure.com
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