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Leganto reading list

Lecturer guide

Create your own list

  1. Click on the Reading List link in the Canvas Menu. If the Unit does not already have a Reading List associated with it, you will see a page stating "this application is a next generation reading list management tool..."

  1. Under 'You are about to create a reading list for the following course', you should be able to see the unique Course code or CRN for the Unit.
  2. If it looks like the details are correct, click on Create It and follow the steps in the Wizard. 

If no correct Course code or CRN appears in this section do not proceed. Please email the library for help on LibOnlineReadings.HQ@acu.edu.au

  1. A title for the Reading List is automatically generated. Always format the Reading List title so it starts with the Unit Code.
  2. Select a Template. If you select the Module or Weekly template, sections will be automatically created and labelled ready for readings to be added. If you select a blank template you will need to add and label the sections as you choose. All of the template components can be edited later.

Templates and Reading Lists without dates are easier to roll-over and use in other units or teaching periods.

Organise the list using sections

If you select a blank template, you will need to add sections before you can add your citations.

  1. Click on New Section.

  1. Type in a title. Description for the section is optional.
  2. Select Create.

The start and end dates are visibility settings. Only fill them in if you want to hide sections according to dates.

  1. Add further sections as needed and drag and drop them in the order required.

You are now ready to add and edit citations.

Add and manage collaborators

You can add ACU staff as collaborators to manage, view and edit a Reading List. 

Add collaborators

In the panel on the right side of the screen, under the Collaborator accordion, there is an option to Manage Collaborators. 

  1. Click on Manage collaborators to search for a colleague's name.
  2. Click on SEND INVITATION.

The staff member will receive an invitation via email, and their name will appear on the list of collaborators.

Manage collaborators

You can manage access rights by clicking on Manage collaborators again.

  • Can manage list will give a collaborator full control and the ability to add, edit, remove and change resources and sections, delete the entire list, and add/remove collaborators to the list.
  • Can edit list will allow users to add, edit, remove and change resources and sections. 

When finished select Close.