Top 7 LMS Platforms & How GoTranscript Integrates Seamlessly

Christopher Nguyen

Posted in Zoom May 4 · 7 May, 2025

Top 7 LMS Platforms & How GoTranscript Integrates Seamlessly

Top 7 LMS Platforms and How GoTranscript Integrates Seamlessly

Are you looking for simple ways to add accurate captions and transcripts to your Learning Management System (LMS)? This guide shows how GoTranscript works with the top seven LMS choices: Canvas, Blackboard, D2L Brightspace, Moodle, Sakai, Schoology, and Google Classroom. We break down features, integration steps, and the turnkey workflow for educators and students alike.

LMS List

Canvas
Blackboard
D2L Brightspace
Moodle
Sakai
Schoology
Google Classroom

Quick LMS Market Snapshot

When it comes to higher education, Canvas leads the LMS market with about 50% of North American college enrollments (2024). Next are D2L Brightspace, Blackboard, and Moodle, with Sakai, Schoology, and Google Classroom making up a smaller but important share of classrooms (source).

Canvas: About half of all college students use Canvas.
D2L Brightspace: Takes about 20% of enrollments.
Blackboard Learn Ultra: Holds approximately 12% market share.
Moodle: Over 148,000 live websites across education and training.
Sakai: Widely used in community colleges and consortia.
Schoology: Bridges K-12 and higher education needs.
Google Classroom: Rapidly growing, especially in K-12 and hybrid setups.

How to Add GoTranscript Captions and Transcripts: Platform-by-Platform Guide

Integration Steps by LMS

LMS	Market Reach	How to Add Captions/Transcripts	Tips
Canvas	50% of enrollments	Go to Studio » Captions » Upload, then select your GoTranscript .vtt or .srt file. You can also use the Rich Content Editor. Learn more on the Canvas Community page.	Enable "auto-publish" in your GoTranscript dashboard to automatically update files.
Blackboard Learn Ultra	12% of enrollments	Use Recordings » Add Caption Source and upload the .srt file direct from GoTranscript. More instructions at Blackboard Help.	Use Content Market to embed video and transcript widgets.
D2L Brightspace	20% of enrollments	In Upload/Create » Video » Add Subtitles, select .vtt or .srt from GoTranscript. Get detailed steps at Brightspace Community.	For bulk courses, connect GoTranscript's API to the Brightspace Link tool for seamless course-wide updates.
Moodle	148k+ sites	Drag-and-drop your caption file into the Media Player, or use the "Track" tab in Atto editor. Visit Moodle.org for more details.	Schedule nightly updates using SCORM for fresh transcripts.
Sakai	Community campuses	Inside the Lessons tool, use Embed Content and attach your .vtt subtitle file. Sakai feature overview at Sakai LMS.	Keeps track of past caption versions for audits.
Schoology	K–12 & Higher Ed	Choose Insert Content » Image/Media and attach your .vtt or .srt file. Documentation at PowerSchool.	Supports standards-based grading with attached captions.
Google Classroom	Growing fast	Upload video to YouTube, go to Subtitles tab, and add your .vtt export from GoTranscript. Read more on Google's education blog.	Students get automatic notifications when captions change.

GoTranscript's Unified LMS Workflow

Getting high-quality captions and transcripts into any LMS takes just a few easy steps with GoTranscript:

Upload your media file: Use formats like MP4, WAV, or recordings from Zoom and WebEx.
Select "LMS export": Receive SRT, VTT, and DOCX formats in one ZIP file, ready for upload.
Optional: Turn on API integrations for direct push to Canvas, Blackboard, or Brightspace.
Automatic notifications: Instructors get alerts when captions and transcripts post—no extra tickets or manual work required.

Schools can achieve video accessibility across all courses, usually within 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need different plugins for each LMS?

No. GoTranscript’s EDU portal allows you to choose your output format (SRT, VTT, TXT). One download works with all seven LMSs—no multiple plugins needed.

Are automated captions in Brightspace or YouTube compliant?

Auto-generated captions often reach only 85% accuracy, while ADA and WCAG require at least 99% (2024). Human-verified transcripts from GoTranscript help close this gap and meet accessibility laws.

Can GoTranscript handle multi-speaker seminars?

Yes. Simply select “speaker labels” during checkout. Canvas and Brightspace will display these names, making your content easier to follow.

Take-Home Message

No matter which LMS your organization uses—Canvas, Blackboard, D2L Brightspace, Moodle, Sakai, Schoology, or Google Classroom—GoTranscript connects with a few clicks. You get 99%-accurate captions and detailed transcripts that comply with ADA, Section 508, and WCAG 2.2 (2024).

Try uploading a sample audio or video today. With affordable transcription pricing, your course content can be fully accessible tomorrow.

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