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Embedding LibGuides In Canvas

51社区 librarians create  geared towards students doing research in a variety of disciplines. In addition to linking to LibGuides, you can embed LibGuide content directly into your Canvas course. Embedding LibGuides in Canvas is great way to provide research help for your students at their point of need.

Method 1: Link to a guide from a module in your course

This method allows you to link to a LibGuide from a module in your Canvas course.

  1. In the left menu in Canvas, click Modules.
  2. In the module you wish to update, click the + in the upper right corner.
  3. In the Add Item dialog, select Add External Tool, then Library Guides.
  4. In the Link Resources from External Tool dialog, choose the desired Guide or Guide Page, then click Embed Content.

Students will now see the guide link in the list of items for the module.

The image slideshow below provides a visual illustration of the instructions for Method 1.

Screenshot of a canvas instructor screen with the Modules left menu item indicated

Method 1, Steps 1-2

  1. In the left menu in Canvas, click Modules.
  2. In the module you wish to update, click the + in the upper right corner.
Screenshot of a Canvas Add Item to Module dialog with the Library Guides item indicated

Method 1, Step 3

In the Add Item dialog, select Add External Tool, then Library Guides.

Screenshot of a Canvas Link Resource from External Tool dialog

Method 1, Step 4

In the Link Resources from External Tool dialog, choose the desired Guide or Guide Page, then click Embed Content.

Screenshot of a Canvas course (student view) with a library link in a module

Method 1 Results

Students will now see the guide link in the list of items for the module.

Method 2: Point the "Library Resources" menu link to a specific guide

By default, the Library Resources link in the Canvas left menu points to a This method allows you to change that link so it points to a guide specifically targeted to your discipline or course.

  1. Contact your Subject Librarian or Archivist to request that they create a Custom Code. The code will typically consist of the first four letters of the course code.
  2. Once you receive the Custom Code, click Settings in the left menu of your course.
  3. Change the Course Code so it begins with the Custom Code.

In student view, the Library Resources link in the left menu will now open the specified guide or page.

The image slideshow below provides a visual illustration of the instructions for Method 2.

Screenshot of a Canvas instructor screen with the Settings left menu item and Course Code text box indicated

Method 2 Instructions

  1. Contact your Subject Librarian or Archivist to request that they create a Custom Code. The code will typically consist of the first four letters of the course code.
  2. Once you receive the Custom Code, click Settings in the left menu of your course.
  3. Change the Course Code so it begins with the Custom Code.
Screenshot of a Canvas course (student view) with the Library Resources left menu item indicated

Method 2 Results

In student view, the Library Resources link in the left menu will now open the specified guide or page.