From Compliance to Community: Building a Culture of Accessibility, Together

There’s never been any doubt that accessibility matters in teaching and learning. Accessibility at its core is about students being able to participate fully in learning. It is about whether students can perceive the information we share, navigate our course spaces, understand what we are asking them to do, and use the tools and materials we assign. It is about fairness, equity, and belonging. And … Continue reading From Compliance to Community: Building a Culture of Accessibility, Together

Scholars in Conversation at Charles Library

Last spring, Temple University Libraries launched Faculty Grand Challenges Conversation Series. Joe Lucia, Dean of Libraries, explains that this interdisciplinary collaboration was on his mind during the planning stages for the Charles Library. “The idea for this building was to create a space where faculty and others across campus could interact across the disciplines and colleges,” he said.   Dean Lucia admitted that this series of conversations was … Continue reading Scholars in Conversation at Charles Library

ORCID: The Trusted iD for Temple Scholars

Chances are you have seen the green ORCID iD icon next to someone’s name on a digital publication, in a data repository, or in an email signature. You may have even been asked to create one to submit a manuscript or apply for funding. But what is ORCID and what benefits does it offer? And why is it important to ensure you have one now? … Continue reading ORCID: The Trusted iD for Temple Scholars

Faculty Peers Support Colleagues with Textbook Affordability

Temple University Libraries is partnering with faculty member Natalie Flynn to ignite more faculty engagement in textbook affordability initiatives by recruiting them as peer advisors, creating a vibrant community focused on accessible education materials and resources.  Temple University Libraries is committed to achieving affordable and equitable access to learning materials for our students. In support of that goal, we engage in multiple initiatives designed to support faculty … Continue reading Faculty Peers Support Colleagues with Textbook Affordability

Course Reserve Reading Lists: A Powerful Tool for Student Savings

Temple Libraries has introduced Leganto, a new course reserves software that simplifies access to high-demand materials for students, addressing rising textbook costs. Leganto integrates with Canvas and the library’s management system for an efficient experience. Additionally, the Libkey Nomad extension offers one-click access to library content, enhancing research accessibility. Continue reading Course Reserve Reading Lists: A Powerful Tool for Student Savings