Is it possible to have a link to ebooks in Canvas. Even a hyperlink to the books would be helpful for each class that has an ebook
Hi @mergreen11
Yes, absolutely. Canvas is quite flexible here, and you have a few solid, supported options depending on how the eBook is provided.
Here are the most common and reliable approaches:
1. Simple hyperlink (most common) If the eBook is hosted externally (publisher site, library database, Google Books, VitalSource, etc.), you can:
2. Files tool (for PDFs you’re allowed to share) If the eBook is a PDF and licensing allows distribution:
3. Module “External URL” item If you want the eBook to feel like a core course resource:
4. Publisher integrations (if your school uses them) Some institutions have LTI integrations for platforms like:
Important note on access Canvas doesn’t host or manage licensing for eBooks. Students must already have access through:
Best practice Many instructors create a dedicated “Course Texts & eBooks” page with:
That reduces confusion and support emails later.
So yes, hyperlinks work, and they’re the intended way to handle eBooks in Canvas. Cheers, J
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