2025-2026 MELA Minutes

and at-risk students. Dr. Wilhite mentioned that non-faculty access to the at-risk student monitoring section is not currently supported but is anticipated in the future. She also mentioned that the tool will continue to be enhanced over time.

2. Dr. Christa Wilhite (MCCB 1. CityLabs Updates

i. Design Plus performance update: • Optional JavaScript changes to be completed by a Canvas admin. • Speeds up accordion loading and other small tweaks. • Dr. Wilhite is willing to make the change for everyone. ii. Speed Fix: • Will be added to UDOIT after the next update. • Uses AI automation to improve course accessibility. • AI for alt text, suggests 2-3 options, editable. • Fixes heading levels in Design Plus. iii. Enhanced Design Plus sidebar functionality and reporting is coming. • Interactive elements (knowledge checks, fill-in-the-blanks) will have data tracking. • Faculty can see student engagement with interactive elements. • CityLabs is listening to user feedback. Dr. Wilhite mentioned that the recording of yesterday's sessions will be forwarded with markers for specific demonstrations. 2. SmarterProctoring Updates i. Rollback to version two: • Jason announced the rollback. • Changes needed to ensure proper function of version three. • No action needed from local admins. ii. Exam policies: • SmarterServices can switch to follow course provider rules instead of student rules.

• Discussion needed to determine association preference. • Vendor spotlight may be scheduled to discuss this.