Virtual Librarian and Adding a Librarian to Canvas

Virtual Librarians at GC will:

• Post three key announcements per semester:

  • Introduction at the start of the course

  • Midterm reminder about library resources

  • End-of-semester virtual library evaluation

• Answer research and library-related questions in a discussion forum

• Create resource pages, tutorials, and quizzes tailored to your course

• Help identify the best research materials for your students

• Additional announcements and resources can be provided upon request.

Adding a Librarian to Your Canvas Course

Embedding a librarian in your Canvas course in the “Librarian” role enables seamless collaboration between instructors and librarians.

Librarians Can:

• Access course materials

• Post announcements and participate in discussions

• Add relevant research content to the course

Librarians cannot view student enrollments, grades, or other protected information.

How to Add a Librarian in Canvas:

1. From your Canvas course homepage, click "People" in the left-hand menu.

2. Click the "+ People" button.

3. Enter the librarian’s email address.

4. Select "Librarian" from the role dropdown menu.

5. Click "Next", and the librarian will receive an invitation to join your course.

For help adding a librarian, contact Distance Education or complete the Embedded Library Service Request form.