9. Questions & Answers

Below are some questions that may have come up after reading this manual. For general help with using VU Reading Lists, contact the Copyright Information Point.

Question

Answer

How do I start with VU Reading Lists? Go to vu.rl.talis.com and log in with your VUnetID.
How do I install the bookmarking tool? See the instructions and links on the Talis Aspire help page for this.
Can I add video’s to my reading list? Yes, you can. With the bookmarking extension, you can add almost all digital web resources to your list, including pages with videos.

Can I put my own materials or video’s on Canvas on a VU Reading List? [*]

Yes, that is possible. Use the bookmarking extension to add the source from VU Canvas to your reading list.

You can add videos you have made by linking to their location in Panopto, the university’s video platform.
What do I do if a source on my list is not available in the University Library? You can still add this source to your reading list. If it is exam literature, make sure to add a Note for library with a purchase request, or contact the University Library.
Can I copy a VU Reading List? Yes, you can. Go to the list, then click Edit > Copy list. Alternatively, in your My Lists-menu, click on the meatballs menu of the list you wish to copy and select Copy to a new list.
Can I import references from EndNote or another reference manager? Yes, this is possible. On how to do this, see section 4.2.4 or How to import a reading list as a RIS-file.
Can teachers see what notes students have made in VU Reading List? No. For privacy reasons, teachers cannot see the content of the notes that students have made.
Can I use a different citation style that is not among the options given? Contact the University Library to explore what is possible.

[*] If you have created more extensive materials, the University Library can help you to find a more durable solution, or with creating an open educational resource.