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Canvas and Library Integration

A guide designed for instructors to add direct links to WCC Library electronic resources and services into the Canvas course site.

EBSCO Databases - Share Link

A persistent link is a URL that allows users to link directly to an online article, document, book, etc. and allows students to access the Washtenaw Community College Library's electronic subscriptions. 

  • Persistent links are also known as durable links, stable links, or permalinks. 
  • Persistent links can be placed within Canvas, course syllabi, and reading lists. 

NOTE: 

  • The URL in the database address bar is NOT a persistent link. Do NOT use the URL link to share. 
  • Use persistent links to share an article or e-book.

EBSCO Share Link

The term 'Share Link' guides you to the persistent link in EBSCO databases.

  1. Search for an article
  2. Click on an article title from the results list
  3. Top right, click on the icon 'Share'
  4. Select the 'Create Link'
  5. Select 'Copy to Clipboard'
  6. Paste this URL into a syllabus, reading list, email, Canvas, or document of your choice!   

STEP 1 Click 'Share' Icon

EBSCO Home Improvement Reference Center click Share

STEP 2 Click 'Create Link' then Copy to Clipboard

EBSCO Home Improvement Reference Center