Reading Lists: Instructor Guide

Reading lists allow intructors to attach or request digitized readings (digitizations). Use the digitization workflow to:

• Attach a file to a reading in your list (e.g. a scanned chapter from a print book)
• Request a scanned copy of a reading in Langara Library's print collection 
• Request that Langara Library acquire a reading (e.g. book, chapter, film, journal article) that it does not already own

Before you request a digitization, ensure that your reading list is attached to the hierarchy and associated with a term. This ensures that: (1) the start date and end date for your request are automatically populated, and (2) the digitizations carry over from term to term. 

To add a time period to your reading list:

1. Click Edit and Edit list details.
2. Select the semester under Time period.
3. Click Save.

1. Bookmark the reading you want digitized. 
2. Click the 3 vertical dots located on the right side of the reading and select Request Digitization.
3. Enter additional information about the reading (optional).
4. Click Choose File to attach a file to your reading. 
   • Note: Books and articles are currently the only item types listed for digitizations. If you are uploading a reading that does not fit these item types, you can select the Book or Article option and add XX to the required fields that do not apply. 
5. Click the checkbox to confirm that the file matches the information provided. Click Next. 
6. Enter additional details for your request:
   • Use the following format for Course code: ENGL 1123.
   • Student numbers are the approximate number of students enrolled in your class. 
   • Note: Enter today's date as the start date. This will ensure that the digitization is visible to you as soon as it is approved. 
7. Add your contact information if these fields are empty. Reading Lists will notify you when the digitization you requested is available. 
8. Click Submit. If copyright review is required, Langara Library staff will review the request. You will be contacted if the request cannot be fulfilled.

1. Bookmark the reading you want digitized. 
2. Click the 3 vertical dots on the right side of the reading to which you want to attach the digitization and select Request Digitization.
3. 
4. Enter additional information about the reading (optional).
   • Note: If the reading is a book, include the ISBN and page range. 
5. Skip past Attach File and the checkbox to click Next.
6. Enter additional details for your request:
   • Use the following format for Course code: ENGL 1123.
   • Student numbers are the approximate number of students enrolled in your class. 
   • Note: Enter today's date as the start date. This will ensure that the digitization is visible to you as soon as it is approved. 
7. Add your contact information if these fields are empty. This allows Reading Lists to notify you when the digitization you requested is available. 
8. Click Submit.