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Enabling and Using Pearson Revel and MyLab in Canvas

Pearson Revel and MyLab can be enabled in Canvas courses to provide access to digital learning content and assessments.

What are Pearson Revel and MyLab?

Pearson Revel and MyLab are digital learning platforms from Pearson that integrate with Canvas. They give instructors and students access to interactive course materials, assignments, and assessments. These tools also support automatic grade syncing with the Canvas Gradebook. 

Who can use Pearson tools?

At UWM, Pearson Revel and MyLab can be enabled in any Canvas class for no additional fee. 

How much does Pearson cost?

Instructors and students can use Pearson Revel and MyLab at no additional cost.

How do I enable and set up Pearson in my Canvas class?

Do the following to Enable Pearson in your Canvas class:

  1. Open your Canvas course.
  2. In your course's navigation menu, click Settings.

Settings link highlighted in Canvas course navigation menu.

  1. Click the Navigation tab at the top of the page.

Navigation tab selected in Canvas course Settings.

  1. Scroll down to the list of hidden items.
  2. Find Access Pearson, click the three dots to the right, and select Enable from the dropdown menu.

Access Pearson menu option with Enable selected in Canvas course navigation settings.

  1. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click Save.
  2. After saving, the Access Pearson link will appear in your course navigation menu on the left.
  3. Refer to the Pearson user documentation for information on how to link your account, pair courses, manage assignments, sync grades, get students started, and more:

Where to go for support

Accessibility Information

Pearson is required to provide accessible materials and software to its students, faculty, and staff. Students who are experiencing issues with Pearson course materials should contact the Accessibility Resource Center. If you have concerns about accessibility in your course, you can also contact UWM’s Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL).

Refer to Pearson's accessibility site for more information.



Keywords:
pearson, revel, mylab 
Doc ID:
130469
Owned by:
David D. in Advancing-learning
Created:
2023-08-21
Updated:
2026-01-05
Sites:
UW-Milwaukee Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning