Canvas Reading List tool

After you have enabled the Reading List function in Canvas you are ready to create a reading list. To create a new reading list from scratch:

1. Click Reading List in the navigation menu.

2. Under Create a new reading list from scratch click Create It.

3. You can also upload a previously exported reading list or roll over an existing course's reading list from a previous term.

By default, your new reading list will have the same title as the course. You may rename it if you wish and optionally enter a description. Then click Create.

4. Select a template. You can Add/Modify sections in a template at any time.

• Blank to create custom sections.
• 15-week to divide readings for each week of instruction.
• Required, Suggested, Further will create three different sections.

5. If you are satisfied with your template and sections, you can begin adding items to your Reading List.

You can roll over an existing reading list from another Canvas course. To re-use a reading list:

1. Under Roll over reading lists from an existing course click Roll over.

2. Select the course to roll over by searching by course title.

3. Click Roll over.

• You can edit a Reading List after they are rolled over.

4. A pop-up will appear alerting you that your currently selected Reading List will be rolled over to your new course. Select OK.

• While Reading List can recalculate or reset certain settings during roll over, we advise reviewing your own Reading List to verify that linked resources are still available.

Please note: If you roll over a Reading List, please notify the library so we can confirm all resources are accessible.