Open Cohort Exam Access From a Canvas Topic
Turn an assessment announcement into a clear access handoff for the cohort.
Trigger
New Canvas Discussion Topic
Polls a Canvas course for new discussion topics.
Action
Create Access List Item
Tool to add one or more access codes to an access list. Use after obtaining a valid access_list_id to grant exam access.
Why this helps
An assessment topic can be ready for learners while the Classmarker access list still needs manual updates.
- Connect assessment announcements to access setup.
- Reduce missed cohort onboarding steps.
- Apply consistent recipient criteria.
Setup
Build it in a few focused steps.
- 1Connect Canvas and Classmarker once in the Notis portal.
- 2Create an automation in Automations, New Automation, then name it and write its prompt.
- 3Specify which topics indicate an assessment, who qualifies, and the access list to update.
- 4Pick New Canvas Discussion Topic as the trigger and choose where run reports should go.
- 5Test with one real topic and verify that only eligible learners are added.
Questions about this workflow
Can a topic itself provide the cohort roster?
The trigger identifies a new discussion topic. Specify how eligible recipients are determined and ensure the roster details are available to Notis.
Can this open access for an existing test?
The action adds access codes to an access list. Identify the relevant list and ensure it corresponds to the intended exam.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
Supported Triggers and Actions
Notis builds workflows that link Canvas to Classmarker. A trigger fires from one place; an action lands in another.
Canvas triggers
Classmarker actions
Recurring trigger
Notis starts this workflow on a schedule, such as daily, weekly, or during business hours.
Create Access List Item
Tool to add one or more access codes to an access list. Use after obtaining a valid access_list_id to grant exam access.
Webhook trigger
Notis starts this workflow when an external tool or custom backend sends an HTTP request.
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Delete Access List Item
Tool to delete one or more codes from an access list. Use after confirming the list exists.
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Connect any two apps with Notis in the middle.
Canvas and Classmarker, or any other combination from 1,000+ integrations.
When this happens · Trigger
Do this · Action
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