How do I link to a Docuseek video in my course in Canvas?

You will learn how to link a Docuseek video to your course in Canvas, so that your students can view your desired video.

1. Start at the 'Streaming Video from the Pollak Library: Overview' webpage.

Use this link to open a new tab to the Streaming Video from the Pollak Library: Overview webpage.

'Streaming Video from the Pollak Library: Overview' webpage
Docuseek link

3. Log in to the CSUF Portal using your regular CSUF login.

Use this link if your web browser does not redirect you to the CSUF Login within the Library website for Docuseek.

CSUF Portal Login

4. Locate your desired video.

No Mas Bebes video

5. Click on Embed.

Embed link selected
Permanent link selected and copied
Canvas course

8. Click on the + button within the Module.

+ icon in Module heading

9. Use the dropdown menu to select External URL.

External URL selected

10. Paste the URL.

URL field

11. Type a name for the link.

Page Name field

12. Click on Add Item.

Be sure to leave the 'Load in a new tab' checked as some web browsers will only work if a new tab or window is used.

Add Item button

Article Summary

You have now learned how to link to a Docuseek video in your course in Canvas. It is always a good idea to test the link to make sure it works.

course showing video link