Instructure launches IgniteAI, powered by AWS, aiming to simplify and transform AI integration for education platforms
Instructure, an edtech ecosystem, has launched IgniteAI - a new AI solution for education providers, powered by AWS Bedrock.
IgniteAI claims to simplify and streamline the use of AI within Instructure’s Canvas learning platform. It can also connect with other educational tools, aiming to save time and allow educators to focus on more important tasks.
IgniteAI can be used to create quizzes, generate rubrics and summarize discussions. It enables conversation-based completion of complex workflows within Instructure products.
"Over the past year, we've listened as customers opened up about the real challenges and complexities they face in trying to deploy AI effectively," explains Shiren Vijiasingam, Chief Product Officer at Instructure.
"By embedding AI transparently into the familiar Canvas environment and ensuring full interoperability with both our native AI functionality and that of our partners, IgniteAI brings powerful, vetted AI solutions directly into the daily workflows of educators and learners. Our technology removes barriers and protects data, allowing educators to confidently dedicate more of their time to providing an exceptional learning experience."
Educators can use IgniteAI alongside more than 1,100 edtech partners and LLMs, resulting in greater interoperability.
"As testers of IgniteAI, we've been incredibly impressed with its potential to transform the learning experience," adds Robert Romano, IT Associate Director at Florida International University (FIU).
"Our staff, who are keen to embrace AI, particularly appreciated features like the translation capabilities, which offer a powerful way to make education accessible for our entire student body. What truly sets Instructure apart as a partner is the opportunity to collaborate directly with their research and development team to help shape the future of the product. At FIU, we pride ourselves on a culture of testing and innovation, and we're excited to be part of the journey in shaping a tool that will undoubtedly empower educators and students alike."
The news was announced as Instructure shared details of a new partnership with ChatGPT creator OpenAI.
