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Shoutouts

Shoutouts! is a learning app designed for students to give shoutouts to and receive shoutouts from other students for exceptional contributions.

How do I... for Instructors

How to install Learning Apps in Canvas

Set up the Shoutouts! app

Moderate shoutouts

View awarded shoutouts

View shoutouts history

Use the leaderboard

How do I... for Students

Send a shoutout

Review a shoutout

Use the leaderboard

FAQs

Can I choose to moderate shoutouts?
Yes, the ability to moderate shoutouts can be enabled in the Instructor Settings page by selecting the Enable Moderation option. For more information, please see our page on moderating shoutouts.
Can I choose to make shoutouts anonymous?
Yes, shoutouts can be anonymized by selecting the Anonymous to Students option in the Instructor Settings page.
Can I enable/disable specific shoutouts?
Yes, you can enable and disable specific shoutouts by clicking on them in the Potential Shoutouts section of the Instructor Settings page.
Can I add my own shoutouts?
No, at this time, you cannot add custom shoutout types.
Can instructors send shoutouts to students?
No, at this time, instructors cannot send shoutouts.