Accessing Dropout Detective

Dropout Detective is a software tool integrated into Canvas that analyzes student engagement and performance to help faculty identify students who are struggling academically and in need of additional support. Please follow these instructions to access Dropout Detective:

  • Log into Canvas
  • Click on the Admin icon (shield with a key inside) from the left navigation menu
  • Select the school listed that matches your primary Academic division:
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  • Click on Dropout Detective
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  • Use the Dashboards dropdown menu to select the group of students you would like to review:
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  • Based on your roles, you will have access to one or more of these Dashboards:
    • Advisors should have a Dashboard for their advisory group.
    • Dorm Heads and Dorm Parents should have a Dashboard for their dorm.
    • Coaches of varsity athletic teams should have a Dashboard for their team.