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Transition Timeline

The timeline below illustrates NC State’s transition from Moodle to Canvas and includes the key milestones that will guide our community of instructors through each phase. It provides a high-level view of when development, access and teaching will take place throughout this multi-year effort. 

Due to the complexity of this transition process, items on the timeline are estimates and are subject to change.

Below this timeline, you can find more details about each phase of our work.

Timeline at a Glance

NC State Canvas LMS Transition Timeline

Timeline Details

  • Fall 2025: Pre-Planning
    • NC State negotiates the scope of work for the transition.
    • DELTA begins project planning for the Canvas migration.
  • Spring 2026: Research and Development
    • DELTA and a limited Faculty/Staff Evaluator cohort to review Canvas features, configuration options, migration procedures, and compatibility with external tools.
    • No active courses in Canvas.
  • Summer 2026: Limited Access to Canvas
    • Faculty and staff can request to join a second Evaluator Cohort for Canvas. There will be an orientation and a task list for members.
    • Instructors with prior Canvas experience can apply to teach a course in Canvas in Fall 2026.
  • Fall 2026: Canvas Project Spaces Available
    • Beginning October 5, any interested faculty and staff can create “Project” spaces to begin exploring Canvas.
    • DELTA will provide initial onboarding, basic training, and support resources.
  • Spring 2027: Canvas Training and Onboarding
    • Beginning March 15, Canvas and Moodle spaces will be available for Summer 2027 and Fall 2027 courses.
    • DELTA to provide full instructional training and support resources.
  • Summer 2027 – Spring 2028: Teach in Canvas or Moodle
    • Canvas is fully available for all faculty and staff to use for academic instruction.
    • Moodle will still be supported during this time.
  • Summer 2028: Moodle No Longer Available; All Courses in Canvas
    • Moodle will no longer be available for use with active courses.
    • All active courses must be taught in Canvas.