INST - Instructure acquires Concentric Sky the makers of Badgr

Instructure Holdings (NYSE:INST) has acquired partner Concentric Sky, the makers of Badgr. The default micro-credentialing tool within Canvas LMS, Badgr will be rebranded as "Canvas Badges" as it joins the Instructure Learning Platform. Badgr to become "Canvas Badges" tool, with new "Canvas Credentials" offering more advanced functionality as paid service. The deal underscores Instructure's commitment to building the education industry's most integrated teaching and learning platform to support lifelong learning. Canvas Badges and Canvas Credentials will be vital parts of the learning management pillar, which also includes Canvas LMS. As part of Instructure's deep commitment to openness, Canvas LMS will continue to support the seamless integration of other third-party credential management and badging solutions.

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Instructure acquires Concentric Sky, the makers of Badgr