Perusall is a social annotation platform that transforms traditional reading assignments into dynamic, collaborative learning experiences. It enables instructors to upload course materials such as articles, textbooks, and other documents, which students can then collectively engage with through highlighting, commenting, and questioning directly on the text. This collaborative approach encourages deeper analysis of materials, as students can see and respond to their peers' annotations, creating threaded discussions anchored to specific passages. For instructors, Perusall provides comprehensive analytics that reveal how students are interacting with the readings, which concepts are generating the most discussion, and which students may need additional support. It's AI-assisted grading and automatic scoring features help instructors efficiently assess student participation while focusing their attention on facilitating meaningful discussions around the content that students find most challenging or engaging.
Key Features
- Social Annotation
- AI-Powered Engagement Scoring
- Confusion Flagging
- Integrated Multimedia
- Exportable Insights
How to Access
- Instructors can access the tool by going to the Canvas course, clicking "Settings," then selecting "Navigation." Locate the tool in the navigation list, click the three dots next to it, and select "Enable" to activate it for your course.For more help with the navigation links in Canvas, follow the instructions in this navigation guide.
- Students can log in using Auburn University credentials or provided access codes.
Technical Help
The Biggio Center assists with integrating this tool into Canvas and provides general information. For specific troubleshooting issues or technical difficulties, please contact Cengage's customer support team directly.
Perusall Customer Support Page
Email: support@perusall.com
Call: 617-733-2199
Privacy & Accessibility
Perusall has guidelines to protect data and ensure equal access. Review the privacy and accessibility policies to understand how they safeguard information and accommodate diverse learning needs.