Perusall is an educational technology tool that transforms traditional reading and multimedia assignments into active, social learning experiences. Students collaborate by annotating texts, videos, and other materials within the platform, creating discussions around course content.
Perusall helps educators increase student engagement and accountability. Traditional reading assignments often result in low preparation rates; Perusall’s collaborative annotation makes students more likely to read, think critically, and interact with peers — improving comprehension and class participation.
Instructors upload or adopt content (textbooks, PDFs, videos, articles, web pages) and set up assignments. Students annotate and discuss directly on the material, ask questions, reply to peers, and use social features like hashtags and emojis. The platform also provides analytics and automated grading based on engagement. Perusall integrates with LMS systems like Canvas, Blackboard, and Moodle.
