The LT Hub’s support for the learning analytics tools My Learning Analytics (MyLA) and OnTask will end on Monday, April 7, 2025. After this date, MyLA and OnTask will no longer be available to use in Canvas.
Why is central support for MyLA and OnTask changing?
UBC’s learning technology leadership made this decision for several reasons:
- Since their adoption at UBC, both tools have seen a significant drop in use that is now disproportionate to their maintenance needs.
- The functionality of both tools is similar to features now available in Canvas.
- Consultation with UBC users and stakeholders of these tools determined that their removal from the LTE will not impact teaching and learning.
- The change will allow the LT Hub’s Learning Analytics team to focus more time and effort on tools that identify stronger actionable insights from learning analytics data.
How can instructors and students access similar features in Canvas?
If you are someone who has used—or been interested in using—learning analytics tools like these, you can explore similar functionality in Canvas.
- Allow students to calculate a total course grade based on hypothetical grades for specific Canvas assignments
- Send a message to all students based on specific course participation criteria in Canvas
- Send a message to an individual student based on specific course participation criteria in Canvas
Where can I get more support with transitioning?
For questions or requests for help in transitioning from MyLA and OnTask, contact us at the LT Hub.