We are now accepting course reserves requests for Spring Semester 2021. However, our procedures for our Course Reserves Collection have changed.
Physical Reserves
Physical reserves are held at the circulation desk for students to check out on a short-term basis to read or copy as needed. This is the preferred method for face-to-face classes but exceptions may be made on a case by case basis. To place an item on physical reserves, use the Physical Course Reserves Request form (below). Any faculty owned items will have a Reserve call number, barcode, and loan period label affixed to it.
Physical reserve items will be quarantined for 72 hours after each use. If students request items that have not completed the 72-hour quarantine, they will be informed of our quarantine guidelines for physical items and it will be up to them to decide if they want to check out the items. Handwashing will be recommended. Also, short loan periods have been eliminated and instead we will offer 1-day, 3-day, or 7-day loan periods.
Note: If face-to-face courses are moved online due to unforeseen events, items in physical reserves can potentially be reprocessed through the Temporary Digital Reserves, below, to allow access. In this case, one may need to re-evaluate the legality of the use via fair use, the TEACH Act checklist, or other relevant means.
Temporary Digital Reserves
We will continue to offer our temporary digital reserves whenever possible. This method is not preferred for face-to-face courses but exceptions may be made on a case by case basis. To place an item on temporary digital reserves, use the Temporary Digital Course Reserves Request form (below) and return to the library. Please submit requests of only portions that will be taught in class as soon as possible to allow library workers enough time to search for and acquire materials in a digital format (when possible) or digitize and process materials (when necessary).
There is no guarantee that we can provide digital access to materials. If that is the case, instructors will be notified to contact their liaison librarian for assistance in locating alternative resources. See the Open Education Resources guide for more information on alternative resources.
We will not be digitizing DVDs at this time, so please view our Streaming Media Services or contact Jean Kramer (218-477-5048 or kramer@mnstate.edu) for a purchase request.
Processing
With either physical or temporary digital reserves, please allow up to 10 business days for processing. Reserve requests will be processed in the order they are received. Once processing is complete, a confirmation email will be sent with the assigned Reserve call number or permalinks and/or PDFs to be uploaded on D2L. Course Reserves request forms and Permission to Use Student work form (located below), along with personal copies of materials, can be completed and dropped off at the Circulation Desk, emailed, sent through intra-campus mail, or mailed to:
Course Reserves
Livingston Lord Library
Minnesota State University Moorhead
1104 7th Ave S
Moorhead, MN 56563
If you need Adobe software, please access the MSUM's IT Department download and installations instructions. If you have any questions, contact Cori Edgerton (218-477-2342 or reserves@mnstate.edu). As this situation is constantly changing for everyone, please bear in mind our procedures are subject to change. Thank you for your patience!
The copyright law of the United States (Title 17, U.S. Code) governs the making of photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted materials. One of the specified conditions is that photocopy or reproduction is not to be “used for any purpose other than in private study, scholarship, or research.” If a user makes a request for or later uses a photocopy or reproduction for purposes in excess of fair use, then that user may be liable for copyright infringement.
Compliance with copyright law (Title 17, U.S. Code) is the responsibility of the instructor. To determine fair use, please see the Four Factor Test. For online courses, you may also consult the TEACH Act Checklist.
For more information, see our Library Copyright Center.