A new course resources management tool is a bridge between the University Libraries catalog and Canvas.

The tool, visible as Libraries Course Materials in Canvas and provided by the University Libraries, offers access to instructor-selected library materials and other course resources or reserves.

The Libraries Course Materials link allows students convenient access to the materials they need to be successful in their courses. Students have basic functionality to view and access materials. Instructors have the same basic functionality as students, along with flexibility to maintain and edit their course reserve items (both physical and electronic). To get started, instructors should contact Zach Eden at zeden1@unl.edu, or submit a form through the Libraries Course Reserves page to get the reserves list created and associated with their courses in Canvas.

Throughout spring and summer 2022, the libraries will work to bring additional functionality of the tool online and to partner with instructors, instructional designers and students in making the most of the system. The team will create tutorials, communications, FAQ information and a phased rollout for future functions.

Libraries Course Materials is another tool in Nebraska’s efforts to connect students with affordable course content, including the wealth of resources provided through the University Libraries. A project team from the University Libraries and NU Information Technology Services planned for and implemented the new tool. Other libraries in the University of Nebraska Consortium of Libraries (UNCL) may consider future adoption.