Many third party tools are integrated with Canvas. Use this page to see which tools are available, how they can be added to your course, and view support resources. Instructors – if you need a new tool integrated with Canvas, complete an ASRB review request.

Tool NameShort DesciptionSupport
ALEKSAn adaptive learning platform that personalized learning experiences for students.
How to add it to your Canvas course?
Vendor Support
Auralia & MusitionEar training & music theoryVendor Support
Biometric Signature ID (BioSig)Authenticates users by capturing user's unique movements (gestures) as they draw a password with their finger or mouse.
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Vendor Support
Cengage ToolProvide a range of educational tools designed to enhance teaching and learning experiences.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
800-354-9706
Course Evaluations (Blue/Explorance)This is online assessment tool that allows educational institutions to gather feedback from students regarding their learning experiences and instructors' performance.
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
For full support contact:
Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Planning
Course Materials / First Day (Barnes and Noble)Provide textbooks, workbooks, study guides, and other resources required by specific courses. First Day.
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
Vendor Support
CoursePointLippincott CoursePoint is a fully integrated, adaptive, digital course solution for nursing education.
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Course Reserves (Leganto)Allow users to build lists of content including both our own content as well as from other sources like Youtube and other popular platforms.
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
For full support contact:
Mason Library
EBSCO Library ResourcesChoose EBSCO articles/resources to embed in a course.
To use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
See walk-through video. Contact University Libraries for help.
Echo 360Scalia Law School Only. A platform designed for lecture capture: video management: and active learning in educational settings.For full support contact:
Law IT
Vendor Support
EvolveAllows user to provides an easy way to link content from Elsevier products and resources.Vendor Support
Experiential Learning Cloud / LumiveroManage field experience, student placements, and accreditation.Vendor Support
ExPrep GraderAssessment tool designed to streamline and automate the grading process for Microsoft Excel-based assignments
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Contact Vendor
Flat WorldAccess to online textbooks and homework from FlatWorld
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Additionally, To use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
Vendor Support
GradescopeGradescope helps you seamlessly administer and grade all of your assessments: whether online or in-class.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
GRL ContentDigital plaform where students and instructors access interactive course materials.To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.Vendor Support
H5PA tool that lets instructors easily make interactive and engaging web-based content. Limited licenses available, request via form.
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Additionally, to use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
Stearns Center
HarmonizeHarmonize is a media-rich online discussion tool that allows students to communicate: interact: and engage with one another through the LMS integration.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Additionally, to use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
Vendor Support
Hawkes LearningHawkes Learning is an innovative: educational courseware and textbook publisher providing instructional content and mastery-based learning course materials.
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
Vendor Support
HonorlockHonorlock is a remote proctoring service that creates a fair testing environment for all students by protecting exams and academic integrity.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
iClickerAn iClicker is a wireless handheld device that allows a student to anonymously respond to questions instructors pose in class.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
Jones & Bartlett Learning (JBL)Publisher coursewareVendor Support
Kaltura MediaA video management platform that allows users to create: upload: publish: and share video content.
To use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
For full support contact: ITS Support Center
Library Subject Guide / LibGuidesInfoGuides/LibGuides - autolinks to guide for that course's subject
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
For full support contact:
Mason Library
Lingo LearningA language learning platform that integrates with Canvas to deliver interactive language courses.
To use this tool, add it as an External URL within a module.
Vendor Support
LinkedIn LearningLinkedIn Learning (LIL) is an online learning platform that contains a video library of courses taught by recognized industry experts.
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Additionally, to use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
Vendor Support
Macmillan LearningA publishing company that provides a wide range of learning solutions such as textbooks: digital resources: online platforms and etc.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
MATLAB Coding ProblemVendor Support
McGraw Hill Connect LTIAAn online learning platform offering interactive digital textbooks.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
Microsoft OneDriveA cloud-based file storage solution. It allows users to store files: documents: photos: and other digital content securely in the cloud: accessible from any device with an internet connection.
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
Microsoft Teams classesCreate an MS Teams site which keeps student enrollments updated
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
myBusinessCourse (Cambridge)Offers a wide range of educational resources and tools tailored specifically for business courses.
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Additonally, to use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
Vendor Support
PackbackDiscussion and learning platform
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
Vendor Support
PanoramaTool that improves digital accessibility in course content by identifying issues and offering alternative formats for students.
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
ITS Support
Vendor Support
PearsonOffering textbooks: digital learning materials: assessment tools: and online courses across various subjects.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
PerusallA social e-reader platform designed to facilitate collaborative reading and active learning among students.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
Poll EverywhereAn interactive audience response system that enables presenters: educators: and event organizers to engage their audience through real-time polls: surveys: quizzes: and open-ended questions.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
ProQuest Library ResourcesChoose ProQuest and Alexander Street Press articles/resources to embed in a course.
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Additionally, to use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
See integration steps. Contact University Libraries for help.
Qwickly AttendanceAttendance management tool. It simplifies the attendance-taking process for instructors by allowing them to record and track student attendance directly within your courses.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Limited Vendor Support
RiipenA work-based learning platform to document student experiences
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
[email protected]
SAGE VantageTextbook publisher platform
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Additionally, to use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
Sage Support
Send Grades to Patriot WebAllow instructors to send midterm evaluation and final grades to Patriot Web
Instructions
ITS Support
StukentThe tool provides digital marketing simulation platforms and other online resources for higher education institutions.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
Top HatInteractive teaching platform that engages students with course materials through polls: quizzes: discussions: and interactive slides: fostering active participation and enhancing learning outcomes in both in-person and remote learning environments.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
Student Learning and Licensure (Via)A platform that offers innovative tools to drive student learning assessment, portfolios, and field experiences.
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
For support email: [email protected]
TurnitinTurnItIn is a plagiarism detection software which can be used to encourage academic integrity throughout the writing process.
How to add it to your Canvas course
ITS Support
Vendor Support
Vista Higher LearningAn educational publisher tool specializing in language learning materials: offering a wide range of textbooks: online resources: and digital tools designed to support language acquisition and proficiency development for students and educators.
To enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Vendor Support
VitalSource AcrobatiqA digital textbook platform that provides access to a wide range of academic materials: including e-textbooks: e-books: and digital course materials.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Vendor Support
Integration/Admin Support:
Barnes & Noble Manager
VoiceThreadAn interactive multimedia platform that enables users to create, share, and discuss various types of content, including: presentations, images, documents, and videos.
How to add it to your Canvas course
Additionally, to use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
Vendor Support
Wiley Course ResourcesTo enable, add an Assignment using an External Tool.
Additionally, to use this tool, go to the Rich Content Editor, click on the External Tools icon (plug icon), then select "View All" to see the full list of available tools.
WordPress Course BlogsTo use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.For full support contact:
[email protected]
ZoomA virtual meeting conducted over the internet using the Zoom video conferencing platform.
To use this feature, go to the Navigation tab and enable it.
Full support