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    Frequently Asked Questions

    The frequently asked questions below have been grouped into the categories of everyone, faculty, and students to assist in providing specific direction for each group's available resources and support. We will continue updating this page throughout the transition. For questions not addressed here or for additional information, please contact citl@tntech.edu. 

    For Everyone

    • Why Switch?

      Why Switch? 

      Tennessee Tech has always been a university where teaching matters, where relationships with students come first, and where we are intentional about aligning our tools with our mission. As part of that commitment, we are excited to announce that Tennessee Tech will transition from D2L/iLearn to Canvas as our official learning management system by Fall 2026. 

      This transition is not about technology for technology’s sake. It is about ensuring that our instructional infrastructure supports accessibility, consistency, and student success while giving faculty modern, reliable tools to do their best work. This decision is directly aligned with our strategic planning efforts and our continued focus on a student-first learning experience with innovation in all we do. Canvas allows us to better support the kind of teaching and learning that defines Tennessee Tech through the advantages listed below. We are confident that this transition will strengthen our instructional environment and further our shared commitment to excellence at Tennessee Tech. 

      1 Intuitive Interface for Students 

      2 Improved Accessibility Support

      3 Stronger Integrations

      4 Flexible Design

      5 Advanced Analytics and Reporting

      6 Streamlined Course Migration and Support

    • What is the Transition Timeline?

      What is the Transition Timeline? 

      View the full transition timeline as well as available training and support below. 

      Learn More

    • How do I Get Training and Support?

      How Do I Get Training and Support?

      There are several methods for receiving training and support throughout this process. The CITL website has resource pages dedicated to faculty and students, workshops and workshop recordings, a self-paced training with Canvas, and individual support available through bookings. Links to each resource can be found below. 

    • What do I do if I don't have a Canvas Sandbox?

      What Do I Do If I Don't Have a Canvas Sandbox? 

      If you are a faculty member or a GA/TA who does not have a Sandbox, please complete the form below. 

      Request a Sandbox

    For Faculty

    General Questions

    • What Happens to My Course Content?

      What Happens to My Course Content? 

      Fall 2026

      The CITL will manage migration of course content for Fall 2026 from D2L to Canvas with the assistance of a third party, K16, for the faculty. To prepare for this migration, we recommend faculty update their course files to ensure they meet Title II WCAG 2.1 guidelines and remove any unnecessary content that may no longer be needed. If you have not already done so, please visit our Course Migration website and complete the Fall 2026 Course Migration Request Form prior to Friday, April 10. 

      Spring 2027

      After Fall 2026 courses are successfully migrated, we will begin the process of preparing for Spring 2027. To assist with this process, faculty can continue updating their course content to ensure accessibility. The Spring 2027 migration request will follow a similar pattern to the Fall 2026 with a request form and assisted migration. 

      Previous Courses and Additional Resources

      Additional information will be provided soon for the process for carrying over archived course content or additional course resources. We recommend faculty use this time to review all course content, starting with Fall 2026, to ensure it meets accessibility guidelines, is still needed for their courses, and is organized. To learn how to store previous course materials in OneDrive, visit the Faculty Training in Canvas for Module 5.4.1. 

    • What Training and Support is Available?

      What Training and Support is Available?

      A faculty resource website as well as a self-paced training within Canvas are available on the CITL website. In addition, we will continue to host workshops and faculty can schedule individual consultations using our bookings page linked below. 

    • What LTI Integrations are available in Canvas? 

      LTI Integrations

      We are in the process of taking inventory of all LTI integrations within D2L and setting up the integrations within Canvas. A current list of LTIs can be found below. 

      Learn more

    • What are the differences between Canvas and D2L? 

      Canvas and D2L Feature Chart

      View our Canvas and D2L Feature Chart to learn about the features and tools available in Canvas. 

      View Chart

    Migration 

    For Students

    • Where Will My Classes Be?

      Where Will My Classes Be? 

      Intercession (May 11-22, 2026) 

      We will be conducting a pilot during Intercession (May 11-22) classes. During this time, selected pilot courses will be conducted in Canvas and all others will be in D2L/iLearn. A list of the pilot courses can be found here. If you have a question about where your course is, email citl@tntech.edu. 

      Summer 2026

      All summer courses will be conducted in D2L/iLearn. 

      Fall 2026

      All fall courses will be conducted in Canvas. 

    • How Do I Become Familiar with Canvas?

      How Do I Become Familiar with Canvas?

      A student-centered training will be available soon within Canvas. You can also visit the student resource page!

      Student Resources

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