Maximizing library presence while minimizing online maintenance

Abstract

Paper presented at the Computer Supported Education Conference of 2011, in Noordwijkerhout, The Netherlands. The conference website is at http://www.csedu.org/

This paper presents challenges and opportunities for an academic library to increasing its presence in an online learning management system (LMS). Successful examples from Athabasca University, Canada’s Open University will highlight the benefits of a collaborative team approach to course development and LMS software applications. This case study demonstrates how an academic library can participate fully as an active partner in the learning process. Specific focus is given to the seamless access for students from the LMS to licensed electronic resources.

Athabasca University Library and the Academic and Professional Development Fund of Athabasca University