Setting Up a Canvas Token in Atomic Assessments
Atomic Assessments supports storing a Canvas API token at the account level. When a Canvas token is configured, Atomic Assessments can locate assessment content that is embedded in course modules and pages — and automatically carry that content over when a course is copied. Without a token, Atomic Assessments may not be able to detect embedded content during course copy operations, which can result in missing or broken assessments in the destination course.
When Should You Update the Token?
Update or reset the Canvas token when:
- The token has expired or been revoked.
- Course copy is not carrying over embedded assessment content as expected.
- Your institution has rotated API credentials.
- You are setting up Atomic Assessments for the first time.
How to Update the Canvas Token
Follow these steps to update or reset the stored Canvas token in Atomic Assessments:
- Go to Canvas
Log in to your Canvas instance as an administrator.
- Open Atomic Assessments from the navigation bar
In the Canvas course or account navigation, click the Atomic Assessments link.
- Open Admin Settings
Click the three-dot menu (⋮) in the Atomic Assessments interface, then select Admin Settings.
- Select the Canvas Configuration tab
In Admin Settings, expand or click the Canvas Configuration section.
- Click Update Authorization
Click the Update Authorization button. You will be prompted to authorize Atomic Assessments to connect to Canvas using your admin credentials. Complete the authorization flow to store the token.
Canvas Configuration — Admin Settings
The Canvas Configuration section shows the current token status and the Update Authorization button:
When a token is active, the status will read "Token set" as shown above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do instructors need to set up a token?
No. The token is configured at the account level by an administrator and applies globally across the institution.
What does "Token set" mean?
It means a valid Canvas API token is currently stored and Atomic Assessments is able to use it for course copy operations.
Will this affect existing courses?
Updating the token does not affect existing courses or assessments. It only changes how Atomic Assessments authenticates for future course copy operations.
💡 Note: The token only needs to be set once at the account level. Individual instructors do not need to configure anything.
Need help? Contact Atomic Jolt Support.