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The University Library supports access to course reading materials for students via the Course Readings tool inÌýMyUni. This tool allows you to share learning materials with students, including readings, videos, textbooks and more. As semester 2 approaches, we encourage staff to create or roll over their readings lists as early as possible. Publishing a list sends it to the University Library, where staff can confirm the availability of materials for you. This saves you time and ensures we know what you needÌý - and if we don’t know, we can’t source it for you!ÌýÌý

Why are reading lists important?Ìý

Resource accessibility:ÌýA complete, well-curated reading list created in the Course ReadingsÌýMyUniÌýtool ensures students can access required materials promptly, and you can keep track easily of what readings you have assigned.ÌýÌý

Effective Learning:ÌýWhen students know what to read, they can prepare adequately for classes, discussions,Ìýand assignments. Listing all required and recommended reading material in a Course Readings list improves the student experience as it makes it easier for them to plan what they need to read and when throughout the semester.Ìý

Library Acquisition:ÌýWhether it’s textbooks, journal articles, or multimedia resources, having a clear list simplifies the acquisition process.ÌýBy knowing which materials are needed, librarians can check availability of those resources and source digital access (if available, purchase physical copies and keep track of which resources are being used and needed.ÌýÌý

What shouldÌýteachingÌýstaff include in reading lists?Ìý

Short answer:ÌýYou can add all types of resources to a reading list. But here are some below we specifically want to mention.Ìý

°Õ±ð³æ³Ù²ú´Ç´Ç°ì²õ:ÌýList all required textbooks and/or required readingsÌýand use appropriate tags. This allows theÌýLibraryÌýto track textbook requirements,ÌýprovideÌýeBookÌýaccess whereÌýavailableÌýandÌýmove physical items toÌýourÌýHigh UseÌýcollection.ÌýPlease include Open Educational Resources if you are using these in your course as a textbook.ÌýÌý

Multimedia resources:ÌýDon’t forgetÌýtoÌýaddÌývideos, documentaries, or other multimedia content.Ìý If you plan to useÌýKanopyÌývideos, include them in the reading list. TheÌýLibraryÌýcan then check availability of these titles and source them if possible.ÌýÌý

Third-party copyright material:ÌýIf you are wanting to supply third-party copyright material for students to read or view during semester, add them to a reading list. This is theÌýonly wayÌýto ensure compliance with the University’sÌýCopyright Policy. This type of material should not be shared with students in any other way (i.e.ÌýuploadedÌýin aÌýMyUniÌýcourse).Ìý

The University Library has created anÌýÌýwhich provides step-by-step instructions on how to create a reading list, add items, review, publish and share. Please look through this course to become familiar with the new Course Readings interface or if you need a refresher. Any questions, pleaseÌýcontact the University Library.ÌýÌý

Remember, a comprehensive reading list benefits everyone—students,Ìýteaching staff, and librarians.Ìý