Permalinks are the easiest way to link to library resources in Canvas, course syllabi, reading lists, websites, and email. A permalink (also called a persistent link, permanent link, stable link, static link, or durable link) is a URL or web address that will consistently point to a specific library resource, such as a full-text article, ebook, ejournal, streaming video, database, or record in a database.
For most resources we subscribe to, there will be a tab or link to generate the permalink. In OneSearch, this shows up along the right-hand side when viewing a resource (as seen here). Click on that link, and a permalink that you can copy and paste into your resource appears.
Many resources will need to have their links "Athenized" - this also helps make sure that readers can access the resource while off campus. (A list of the databases that require the athenization of links can be found here: Athenize Links.) For these resources, you will retrieve the Permalink from the resource you want to share, copy the link, then paste it into the Athenizer (found on the Open Athens Authentication Guide or on this page) and click "Create Link". Copy the created link and use this in your syllabus and Canvas courses.
You will NOT need to Athenize your links when they are Permalinks from OneSearch or other Ebsco systems.
