Getting Started

There is no need to sign up for a Perusall account; accessing Perusall via Canvas for the first time will generate an account for you. Users should only ever access Perusall via Canvas; do NOT access the vendor website directly.

Note: Some courses utilize Perusall access for more engaging course textbook reading assignments. This allows students to annotate and communicate with peers, all in relation to course textbook topics. Where appropriate, students will be prompted to enter an access code (received after purchasing the textbook from the campus bookstore). Instructors will automatically have access to course textbook assignments; instructors do not need to redeem an access code. Step 5 shows an example of what students will see.

Students and faculty should NOT use the navigation link when accessing module specific graded assignments in Perusall. Instead, the content must be accessed via the modules. Failure to do so will not properly record a grade and the user will have to redo the assignment to earn a score in Canvas.

How to Access Perusall via Canvas Modules

Step 1

Sign In

Select Modules.

Step 2

Select Assignment

Select a Perusall assignment from a module.
Reminder: You must access a Perusall assignment from the module link for grades (if applicable) to transfer to the Canvas gradebook.

Step 3

Load in New Window

Select Load in a new window.
Note: If you have previously signed up on the vendor website with your ERAU email address, you'll be prompted to merge your account. Follow the prompts on the screen to do so and then continue to Step 4.

Step 4

Terms & Conditions

If this is your first time accessing Perusall, you'll need to read and accept the terms of service and privacy policy. Select OK to continue. This will allow Perusall to automatically make an account from your Canvas credentials.
Note: The first time you access Perusall, you'll be prompted to take an optional tour of the interface; you are strongly encouraged to do this!

Example of Student View

If the course has assignments associated with the course textbook, students will be prompted to redeem an access code before they can see the textbook annotation assignment. When a student purchases the textbook at the campus bookstore, they will be provided an access code via email.