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We are currently exploring the integration of Lucid with Canvas assignments and have noted that once a Lucid document is linked to an assignment, it remains static, with any subsequent updates to the Lucid document not reflected in the Canvas assignment.

We are seeking guidance on the best practices recommended by Lucid for instructors who wish to modify a Lucid document after the assignment has been set up to ensure that these modifications are visible to students within the assignment.

Through our testing of various scenarios involving updates to the original Lucid document, we have observed that the new changes are only visible to users/students who have not yet accessed the assignment. Furthermore, these updates are reflected in the Student View in Canvas.

In light of this, we would appreciate your insights on the recommended approach for managing updates or changes to Lucid documents within Canvas assignments. Specifically, we are interested in understanding how instructors can ensure that any modifications made to the Lucid document are effectively communicated to students who have already accessed the assignment.

Your guidance on this matter would greatly assist us in optimizing the integration of Lucid with Canvas assignments for our educational purposes. We look forward to your prompt response and thank you in advance for your assistance.

Should you require any additional information or clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Thank you for your question! To ensure updates to a Lucid document are visible to students after it’s linked to a Canvas assignment, consider these approaches:

  1. Use Shared Links: Ensure the Lucid document’s sharing settings allow real-time updates, so students always see the latest version.
  2. Embed for Real-Time Updates: If possible, embed the document directly in the assignment to reflect updates dynamically.
  3. Notify Students: For significant changes, update the assignment link or inform students via Canvas Announcements about accessing the latest version.
  4. Test in Student View: Always verify updates in Canvas’ Student View to confirm visibility.

For more detailed workflows, Lucid’s support team is happy to assist further!


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