Attention all UVic Instructors!
On August 19, a new look is coming to UVic’s Course Reserves user interface. This comes just in time for the 2024-2025 academic year. The updates were made in response to feedback that the company received from a number of users.
The updated design prioritizes enhancing usability on small devices, like phones or laptops. A strong focus is given to optimizing key tasks for educators and accessing resources for students, resulting in a noticeably cleaner and simplified interface.
Exciting new features to look forward to
With the update, new features have been added to improve the usability of the platform including:
- Ability to bulk edit items
- Hide full items on a reading list from students
- Cleaner format for adding notes, tags, etc.
But don’t panic!
Most functions on course reserves have remained the same, the system is just getting a much-needed face-lift!
If you have any further questions, we recommend you contact us at reserves@uvic.ca
We will also be running workshops for creating reading lists in August. Feel free to drop in to learn how to build your list efficiently and effectively in course reserves, or to ask any burning questions you may have!
Curious about what the new UI will look like? Look no further!
You can get a preview on what the new Course Reserves platform will look like by simply changing the URL when you log onto the old Course Reserves.
In the URL change the word “readinglist” to “nui”
Example:
Change the URL from this:
https://uvic.alma.exlibrisgroup.com/leganto/readinglist/lists/8936555690007291
To this:
https://uvic.alma.exlibrisgroup.com/leganto/nui/lists/8936555690007291
Or check out it out right here!
Updated Quick Start Page:
Updated reading list page:
Still have concerns?
Email us at reserves@uvic.ca with any questions or concerns you have about the new update!
