Summary
This resource will show you how to link to content outside of Brightspace (ie.g. www.bbc.com). If you are linking inside Brightspace, it is better to use the Quicklink tool in the HTML Editor in the Create a File (Web Page) tool. Some specific tool links for things like Textbooks are already built into the system, so that is worth checking within the publisher.
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Overview
Use this tool to link to websites outside of Brightspace. It is ideal for directing learners to resources that are not practical to bring into the LMS while allowing the content to remain in its original context.
Note:
- This will take students outside the LMS, so they will need to return to due assignments and such.
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Many websites are designed to capture users' attention and encourage them to keep clicking (e.g.youtube.com). When appropriate, consider whether content would be more effective if embedded directly into an internal page using the HTML editor, allowing students to stay focused within the course environment.
Instructions
To Create a Link:
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Go to Content on the Green bar at the top of the screen.
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Click the Blue button labelled Upload / Create.
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From the Options that appear, select Create a Link.
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On the page that appears, give your Link a Title.
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Enter in the URL. For accuracy, it is recommended that you copy and paste the link from a web browser.
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Leave Open as External Resource checked. This reduces the chance of errors in external website loading.
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Use the blue Create button to save your link.
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To return to Editing an existing Link, locate it and use the pull-down chevron to select Edit Link. Click the Blue Update button when done.
Need Help?
Need additional information or assistance? Contact CTS.
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