Canvas LMS
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VisitCanvas LMS vs Sakai
What both publish
| Fact | Canvas LMS | Sakai |
|---|---|---|
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Assessments | Yes | Yes |
| Communication | Inbox, announcements, calendar, syllabus, discussions, chat, collaborations and groups support messaging and interaction. | Sakai includes synchronous and asynchronous tools for messaging, discussions, social connections, and collaborative work. |
| Free plan | No | Yes |
| Integrations | Canvas advertises integration with more than 1,000 external tools through open technology and standards. | Sakai implements the IMS LTI specification and provides an API for native integrations with third-party applications. |
| License | Canvas LMS source code is released under the GNU Affero General Public License version 3. | The Sakai 25 series is licensed under the Educational Community License version 2.0. |
Canvas LMS plans
- Canvas CorePriced on request
- Canvas NextPriced on request
- Canvas PlusPriced on request
Sakai plans
- Sakai cloud-hosted sampleFree
- Sakai (self-hosted)Free
Pick Canvas LMS if…
Canvas LMS may suit organizations that need to create and deliver courses, assess learners, and manage learner communication. Its plans offer different combinations of analytics, interactive video, engagement tools, and IgniteAI capabilities.
Pick Sakai if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.