Can Canvas see when you leave the page?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether the Canvas learning management system is able to track or detect when a user navigates away from the page. This typically concerns privacy and the extent of monitoring capabilities offered by such platforms.
Answer
Yes, Canvas can see when you leave the page.
The final answer is yes, Canvas can see when you leave the page.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is yes, Canvas can see when you leave the page.
More Information
Canvas uses activity logs to track whether students leave the quiz page or become inactive. This feature can be useful for instructors to monitor potential cheating during online assessments.
Tips
One common mistake is assuming Canvas can detect all activities outside the browser. It primarily tracks when you leave the quiz page, but cannot see other tabs.
Sources
- Can professors tell if you leave a page while taking a quiz on Canvas? - reddit.com
- Does Canvas know when you go to a different tab when taking a test? - quora.com
- Solved: Re: Cheating during Canvas Quizzes - Instructure Community - community.canvaslms.com
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