Can it write my research proposal for me?

No, the skill is designed to guide your research structure, help you understand methodology, and ensure you meet rubric requirements while encouraging academic integrity.

How does it access my course information?

The skill uses the Canvas MCP (Model Context Protocol) to fetch assignments, modules, and announcements specifically for Course ID 2260.

Does it support Assessment 2 specifically?

Yes, it contains specific logic and requirements for Assessment 2 (Research Proposal and Reflection), including ID 18082 tracking.

What is the IT8101 Research Assistant skill?

It is a specialized configuration for Claude Code that helps students manage their IT8101 Research Methods course by providing methodology guidance and Canvas integration.

What tools do I need to use this skill?

You need Claude Code installed and the Canvas MCP configured with valid credentials to allow the skill to communicate with your learning management system.

IT8101 Research Assistant

Name: IT8101 Research Assistant
Author: a-ariff

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Learning & Documentation

Streamlines academic research and assignment completion for the IT8101 Research Methods course by integrating Canvas LMS data with expert methodology guidance.

The IT8101 Research Assistant is a specialized Claude Code skill designed to support students throughout the Research Methods and Skills course (ID 2260). It leverages the Canvas MCP to retrieve real-time assignment details, rubrics, and module content, providing structured guidance on research proposal formulation, methodology selection, and academic writing. By connecting course learning outcomes directly to student workflows, it helps users navigate complex requirements—such as the Assessment 2 Research Proposal—while ensuring adherence to academic standards and ethical considerations.

Key Features

01Canvas LMS integration for real-time assignment and rubric tracking

02Support for academic reflection and critical self-assessment

03Automated course module retrieval to align work with learning materials

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05Structured guidance for research proposal and methodology design

06Submission status tracking and deadline management

Use Cases

01Mapping specific course module content to assignment requirements

02Checking rubric criteria and submission deadlines via Canvas MCP tools

03Drafting a research proposal for Assessment 2 with the correct academic structure

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add a-ariff/ariff-code-config it8101-research

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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