Linking MacMillan to Canvas

Table of Contents 

• Introduction 
• Solution Steps: How to Link Macmillan to Canvas 
• Common Issues & Troubleshooting 
• Additional Resources / Related Articles 
• Contact / Escalation Information

Introduction 

This solution explains how instructors can link MacMillan course materials (such as Achieve, LaunchPad, or Sapling) to their Canvas course using the Macmillan external tool integration (LTI). Integrating Macmillan allows instructors and students to access digital textbooks, homework, quizzes, and learning activities directly within Canvas. Grades from Macmillan assignments can automatically sync to the Canvas Gradebook. 

This should be used when a course requires Macmillan digital materials or assignments that need to connect with Canvas. Linking Macmillan ensures students can access publisher content from within the Canvas course and allows grades to transfer automatically to the Canvas Gradebook. 

This is for instructors who are using Macmillan learning platforms (Achieve, LaunchPad, Sapling) and want students to access course materials directly through Canvas without needing separate logins. 

Before linking Macmillan to Canvas, the following requirements should be met: 

• The Macmillan integration must be available in Canvas  
• The instructor must have an active Macmillan instructor account  
• The correct Macmillan course materials must be selected  
• The Canvas course must be accessible to the instructor  
• The instructor must have permission to add external tools  

If Macmillan is not visible in the course navigation, contact the Learning Technologies – Kean IT team by placing a request at helpdesk.kean.edu under Applications & Software for assistance. 

Solution Steps: How to Link Macmillan to Canvas 

Step 1: Access Your Canvas Course

1. Log into Canvas.  
2. Select the course where Macmillan content will be used.  

Step 2: Add the Macmillan Tool

Macmillan may appear in one of the following locations: 

1. Option A: Course Navigation Menu 
   1. Locate Macmillan (Achieve, LaunchPad, or Sapling) in the course navigation menu.  
   2. Click the Macmillan link.  
2. Option B: Modules 
   1. Go to Modules.  
   2. Click the + (plus icon).  
   3. From the dropdown menu, select External Tool.  
   4. Choose Macmillan from the list.  
   5. Click Add Item.  

Step 3: Connect Your Macmillan Account

1. If prompted, sign in using your Macmillan instructor credentials.  
2. Follow the on-screen prompts to find your course materials.  
3. Select the appropriate textbook or course content.  

Step 4: Pair the Macmillan Course with Canvas

1. Confirm the correct Macmillan course is selected.  
2. Complete the pairing process.  
3. Macmillan assignments and resources will now appear in Canvas.  

Step 5: Verify Gradebook Sync

1. Link at least one Macmillan assignment.  
2. Go to Grades in Canvas.  
3. Confirm a new column has been created.  
4. Submit a test assignment if possible to confirm grade sync.

Common Issues & Troubleshooting 

Macmillan is not visible in the course navigation

• Go to Settings → Navigation and confirm the tool is enabled.  
• Contact IT if the tool is not listed.  

Unable to sign in to Macmillan

• Confirm you are using the correct Macmillan instructor account.  
• Try clearing browser cache or using a different browser.  

Grades are not syncing to Canvas

• Ensure assignments were created through the Canvas integration.  
• Confirm the correct Macmillan course was selected during setup.  

Students receive an error when accessing Macmillan

• Ensure students access Macmillan through Canvas.  
• Confirm the pairing process has been completed.  

Duplicate course options appear

• Confirm the correct course was selected during pairing. 

Additional Resources / Related Articles

• Macmillan Achieve with Canvas Integration Guide 
  https://macmillan.force.com/macmillanlearning/s/article/Achieve-Integration-Resources  
• Macmillan LaunchPad Instructor Support 
  https://macmillan.force.com/macmillanlearning/s/  

Contact / Escalation Information 

If you encounter issues linking MacMillan with Canvas, or if the navigation settings are not saving or behaving as expected, you may contact the Kean Canvas Learning Technologies Support Team for assistance.   

Please submit a support request through the IT Help Desk portal using the Canvas support catalog. When submitting a ticket, include the following information to help expedite troubleshooting:   

• Course Name and Course ID (Example: 2026SP*BIO*1000*01)   
• A brief description of the issue   
• Screenshots of the issue (if available)   
• The specific tool or link in question that you are trying to access  

If the issue involves permissions, locked navigation items, or course template restrictions, the request may need to be reviewed by the Learning Technologies Management Team.   

For urgent issues affecting active courses, you may also contact the IT Help Desk directly:   

• Help Desk Website: helpdesk.kean.edu/support/home   
• Phone: 908-737-6000   
• 24/7 Canvas Support can be found by clicking on Help in the Global Navigation section and clicking Chat with Canvas Support (Faculty). They can also be reached via Hotline at 855-781-8511.  

The support team will review the request and assist with troubleshooting, permissions, or configuration changes as needed.