Tag Archives: Teaching

Open Library for the Humanities

Posted on July 12, 2018 by Denise George

Although the Open Library for the Humanities (OLH) was launched only two years ago, their responsiveness to the specific needs of Humanities researchers provides a promising foundation for the creation and sustainability of high-quality open content for the field. Currently, … Continue reading →

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The Public Library of Science: Openness and Integrity

Posted on May 31, 2018 by Denise George

With 17 years of progress behind them, the Public Library of Science (PLOS), continues to prove that it is possible to change the nature of scholarly publishing practices for the better. PLOS publishes highly regarded, peer-reviewed journals. Its business model … Continue reading →

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Teaching with content from The Public Domain Review

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Denise George
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What is The Public Domain Review? The Public Domain Review (PDR) is a journal curating and commenting on content in the public domain. The journal focuses on the best and lesser known images, books, film, and audio selections from nearly … Continue reading →

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Using Copyrighted Materials in Instruction Workshop

Posted on February 22, 2017 by Laura Burtle

Instructors often make use of copyrighted materials when teaching. Slides used in a classroom may contain copyrighted text, charts, or images. Reading assignments uploaded to reserves or iCollege may be copyrighted, as are films or music used in instruction. Are … Continue reading →

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#OrlandoSyllabus: Educators Respond to the Shootings in Orlando

Posted on June 13, 2016 by Jill E. Anderson
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On June 12, Omar Mateen entered Pulse, an LGBTQ bar in Orlando, Florida, with at least an automatic rifle and a handgun. At least 49 people are dead as a result of the shootings, with 53 injured. Mateen was killed … Continue reading →

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Teach effectively and creatively with open content and other affordable solutions

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Denise George

Several library blogs this week have focused on locating and using open resources.  However, it can be challenging to determine the most effective way to incorporate these materials into your course. Listed below are three services to help you get … Continue reading →

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Springer Images – Scientific photos, graphs, histograms, figures, and tables.

Posted on July 20, 2009 by GSU Library

Springer launched SpringerImages, a collection of 1.6 million scientific, technological, and medical images including photos, tables and figures, charts, graphs, histograms, and other illustrations. It includes images from Springer publications and a small but growing collection of open access images. … Continue reading →

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