mcp canvas lms
npxStandardMCP Canvas LMS exposes tools for managing courses, assignments, enrollments, and grades via the Canvas LMS API. It connects directly to Canvas LMS, allowing developers to automate course management, grade submissions, and user enrollments. Useful for educational institutions and edtech developers building integrations with Canvas.
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Overview
MCP Canvas LMS exposes tools for managing courses, assignments, enrollments, and grades via the Canvas LMS API. It connects directly to Canvas LMS, allowing developers to automate course management, grade submissions, and user enrollments. Useful for educational institutions and edtech developers building integrations with Canvas.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
npx -y canvas-mcp-server2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"dmontgomery40-mcp-canvas-lms-github": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"npx -y canvas-mcp-server"
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from mcp canvas lms?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
- API key for mcp canvas lms
Configuration
API Key Required
This server requires an API key from mcp canvas lms. Add it to your environment or config.
| Variable | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| MCP_CANVAS_LMS_API_KEY | Yes | Your mcp canvas lms API key |
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in mcp canvas lms?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in mcp canvas lms"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in mcp canvas lms with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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