check before: 2026-09-17
Product:
Microsoft 365 admin center, Microsoft 365 Apps, OneDrive, OneNote, Teams
Platform:
Education, Online, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
User impact, Admin impact, Retirement
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft is retiring legacy Education LTI tools (Teams Assignments, OneDrive, OneNote Class Notebook, Reflect) on September 17, 2026, replacing them with a unified Microsoft 365 LTI tool. Education tenants must transition, update documentation, and notify users; no admin action is needed to remove legacy tools.
Details:
Introduction
To streamline and improve integration experiences for education customers, we're retiring several legacy Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) integrations in Microsoft 365. These tools will be replaced by the unified Microsoft 365 LTI tool, which offers enhanced functionality and ongoing support.
When this will happen:
The following Education LTI tools will be retired worldwide on September 17, 2026:
Teams Assignments LTI
OneDrive LTI
OneNote Class Notebook LTI
Reflect LTI
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Created:
2025-09-26
updated:
2025-09-26
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
Loss of Functionality
Users will lose access to legacy LTI tools (Teams Assignments, OneDrive, OneNote Class Notebook, Reflect) after retirement, impacting their ability to complete assignments and access resources.
- roles: Students, Teachers
- references: https://aka.ms/LMSAdminDocs
User Confusion
Without proper notification and training, users may be confused about the transition to the new Microsoft 365 LTI tool, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
- roles: Students, Teachers
- references: https://aka.ms/M365LTIGaBlog
Increased Support Requests
The transition may lead to an increase in support requests from users who are unfamiliar with the new unified tool, straining IT support resources.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Admins
- references: https://aka.ms/LMSAdminDocs
Documentation Gaps
Existing documentation may become outdated or irrelevant, leading to potential misuse of the new tool and inefficiencies in user training.
- roles: Admins, Trainers
- references: https://aka.ms/M365LTIGaBlog
Training Needs
Users will require new training materials to effectively use the Microsoft 365 LTI tool, which may not be ready by the retirement date, impacting user experience.
- roles: Trainers, Students
- references: https://aka.ms/LMSAdminDocs
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explanation for non-techies**
Microsoft is planning to retire several of its legacy Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI) integrations used in educational settings, such as Teams Assignments, OneDrive, OneNote Class Notebook, and Reflect. These tools will be phased out by September 17, 2026, and replaced with a new, unified Microsoft 365 LTI tool. This change aims to streamline the integration experience for educational institutions and provide enhanced functionality and support.
Think of this transition like upgrading from multiple single-function kitchen gadgets to a multi-purpose kitchen appliance. Instead of having separate tools for each task, the new appliance combines all functions into one, making it easier to manage and use. Similarly, the unified Microsoft 365 LTI tool will consolidate the capabilities of the retired tools into a single platform, simplifying the user experience and administration.
For educational institutions currently using the legacy LTI tools, this means that after the retirement date, these tools will no longer be available or functional. Users and administrators will need to transition to the new Microsoft 365 LTI tool. Fortunately, no action is required to remove the old tools, as they will be automatically retired. However, it's important to notify users about the upcoming changes, update any internal documentation and training materials, and begin the transition process to the new tool.
Administrators can identify which legacy tools are currently in use by running reports in their Learning Management System (LMS) or Microsoft 365 admin center. This will help in planning the transition and ensuring a smooth shift to the new system. While there are no specific compliance considerations identified, it's advisable to review any potential impacts in line with your organization's policies.
For further guidance on deploying the new tool and accessing transition resources, administrators can refer to the provided links for an overview and deployment guide. This will help ensure that the transition is as seamless as possible for all users involved.
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