What are Differentiation Tags?
Differentiation Tags is a Canvas feature that allows instructors to create custom sets of students within a course. These sets are hidden from students and can be used for various organizational and instructional purposes. Once applied, these tags, which are hidden from students, enable you to personalize learning by controlling access to specific assignments, quizzes, pages, discussions, or modules. You can also vary due dates or availability windows by tags.
Why would I use Differentiation Tags?
- Targeted Assignments: Easily assign homework, quizzes, or other materials to specific student tag sets using the "Assign To" feature.
- Differentiated Instruction: To provide personalized learning experiences, create tag sets based on learning styles, academic needs, or interests.
- Accommodation Tracking: Discreetly tag students who require accommodations, allowing instructors to identify and address their needs quickly.
- Streamlined Communication: Communicate with specific student tag sets through the Inbox without alerting the whole class.
- Gradebook Filtering: Filter the traditional gradebook to view and analyze the performance of specific student tag sets.
How do I create Differentiation Tags?
To create a Differentiation Tag, instructors will go to the People page in their Canvas course and click the "Manage Tags" button. Instructors will then be able to create a standalone tag or a tag set that has variants.
To tag a students, check the box next to their name, select the red “Tag As” button, and select the tag they should receive. Once a student has a tag, a tag icon will appear next to their name. Select the tag icon to view the tags associated with that student. To remove a tag from a student, select the “X” next to the tag.
Differentiation Tags can be selected in the “Assign To” field of assignments, quizzes, discussions, and modules. They also appear as a filter in the Gradebook.
