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Badgr (Canvas Credentials)

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Overview

Originally known as Badgr, Canvas Credentials is a digital credentialing platform that is deeply integrated into the Canvas Learning Management System by Instructure. It is built on the Open Badges standard, allowing for the creation of a portable, verifiable record of skills and achievements. The platform enables educators to award badges for milestones and accomplishments, which learners can then manage and share in their 'Badgr Backpack'.

✨ Key Features

  • Open Badges compliant
  • Deep integration with Canvas LMS
  • Credential Pathways & Stacking
  • Analytics on badge earning and sharing
  • Free 'Backpack' for learners to store and share badges
  • Leaderboards and gamification elements

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Native integration with the leading LMS, Canvas
  • Strong foundation in the Open Badges standard
  • Focus on learning pathways and stackable credentials

Unique Value: Provides a seamless way for educators using Canvas to recognize and validate granular learning achievements through a robust, standards-based digital badging system.

🎯 Use Cases (5)

K-12 and Higher Education Micro-credentialing Competency-based education Professional Development Gamification in learning

✅ Best For

  • Awarding badges for course completion and module mastery within Canvas
  • Creating learning pathways with stackable credentials for university programs
  • Recognizing professional development achievements for educators

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Organizations not using an LMS, particularly Canvas
  • Users who need to create and issue formal, traditional-style certificates as the primary credential

🏆 Alternatives

Credly Accredible Open Badge Factory

Offers unparalleled integration with Canvas, making the process of awarding and managing badges within the learning environment much smoother than third-party tools.

💻 Platforms

Web (integrated with Canvas)

🔌 Integrations

Canvas (Native) Microsoft Teams Other LTI-compliant LMSs

🛟 Support Options

  • ✓ Email Support
  • ✓ Live Chat
  • ✓ Phone Support
  • ✓ Dedicated Support (Pro tier)

🔒 Compliance & Security

✓ SOC 2 ✓ GDPR ✓ ISO 27001 ✓ SSO ✓ Part of Instructure's compliance: SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, FERPA

💰 Pricing

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Free Tier Available

Free tier: Free version available for Canvas users with basic features.

📊 Market Info

Customers: Thousands of Canvas institutions

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