Research Guides: Faculty Course Reserves Guide: Need More Help?

Contact us

Who do I contact for help with Library Course Reserves?

Please contact us:
- Baker-Berry Library, Sherman Art Library and Media Reserves
  - 603-646-2567, baker.reserve@dartmouth.edu
- Feldberg Business and Engineering Library Reserves
  - 603-646-2191, feldberg.reference@dartmouth.edu
- Biomedical Libraries
  - 603-646-0516, webform: https://dartmouth-biomed.libanswers.com/form?queue_id=3035

Within every Library Reserves/Guides page, near the top of the right vertical frame is a word bubble icon: Notes to reserves staff. Please submit questions for library staff about your course here. We will respond by email.

Supported Browsers

Please use one of the supported browsers, Firefox or Chrome, for the best experience.
Private and Incognito browser windows interfere with some of the functionality and are not recommended.

Screen and window size

When viewing the reserve page at less than full screen or when using a mobile device, there is no ability to edit. The system defaults to 'student view.'

For ease of use while editing, go full screen or increase the window size.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a direct link to the Library Reserves system without going through Canvas or if I do not have an active course in Canvas?

Please reach out to Baker.Reserve@dartmouth.edu if you do not have a Canvas course to discuss how we may assist you.

How do I request films for my class?

All formats, including films, can be added to your reserve reading list as described in Step 2 in the left navigation menu. All films will be digitized for streaming via Panopto or library subscription. For films not already in the the Dartmouth Libraries collection, please contact your subject librarian.

Do I have to select every result that matches the title I want to place on reserve?

No. Library staff will make sure all formats and editions are placed on reserve for the requested title. If you only want a specific edition, translation, publisher, etc. please comment in the Notes to reserves staff for the item.

What if I want only a certain edition to be placed on reserve?

If possible, select that specific search result to add to the list and comment in the Notes to reserves staff for the item. If the library does not own the correct edition, find the correct edition online and use Cite it! to add the item to the list or use the Add item not owned by Dartmouth Libraries to enter in the information manually.

How do I put a Personal/department book on reserve?

If the library owns a copy of the book, add the item. (Note: The Biomedical Libraries do not accept personal copies.)
1. If the library does not own the book, add item using the Add item not owned by Dartmouth Libraries and enter the item details.
Use the citation's Notes to reserves staff to note you have a copy to lend the library for the term.
Bring the book to the appropriate Library Circulation Desk at your convenience.

How do I request multiple chapters scanned from the same book?

Select the book citation and edit it to Type: Book chapter. Do a separate request for each chapter. Be sure to include your copyright determination.

What do I do about resources which can't be located in Dartmouth Library Search?

Contact your subject librarian with a purchase recommendation.
Manually enter the item; use the Notes to reserves staff pane to note a purchase is requested. Specify format desired, if relevant.
Use the Cite It! feature for internet content. Edit the Cite It! form as needed.

The book order hasn’t arrived in time, can you scan selected readings in good faith?

Library staff may scan portions of the text while awaiting the arrival of the physical item. The scans will need to be removed once the hard copy arrives if the selections were determined to be Not Fair Use.

The E-book license doesn’t cover everyone.

To ensure fair and equal access to E-books, we encourage everyone to observe E-book etiquette. Please watch the video below for more information on this. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EyCOgn3tGY

Your options for using E-books will depend on the platform the E-book is available in. Some platforms will allow you to download or print specific chapters or sections, while some will let you download the whole book. Most will let you search within the E-book itself.

E-book publishers can apply different levels of access and usage restrictions which may affect the way you use them. Some of these restrictions include:

print, copy or download allowances
a limited number of users
borrowing periods

Can I hide items on my list from the students?

Yes. Enter From (Start) and To (End) dates in the 'Edit section' box and click the Display section during these dates only checkbox. Individual citations may also be hidden.

How do I know when my list has been completed?

As library staff complete work on your list, you will receive an email with an update of what has been done and of any outstanding items.

May I add something to my list after the deadline has passed? How far into the term may I add things?

The library accepts reserve requests throughout the term. You may add items to your reading list after the initial set of titles have been submitted.

I’m teaching a class next term that someone else taught last term. Can I reuse (and update) their reading list?

Please contact baker.reserve@dartmouth.edu including the course code and term of the previous use and the current term course code. "The content of ANTH.020.01-WI25 to be copied to ANTH.020.01-SU25."