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Library Support for Academic Staff

A guide to outline the core services provided by the Academic Librarian Team at the University of Northampton

You can create dynamic online reading lists for each module, linking directly to books, journal articles, digitised extracts, websites, and videos. Lists are automatically integrated into NILE modules, making it easy for students to access essential resources within NILE.

Why use the Leganto Reading List System?

A user-friendly platform for building and managing reading lists.

Easily request new materials and digitisation directly from your list.

Instantly access and use NELSON pinned favourites.

View usage data to understand how students engage with your resources.

For step-by-step guidance, explore our Reading List Guides for Staff. Looking to diversify your reading list? Check out our Reading List Best Practice Guide for expert tips!

Reading list training and support

We offer dedicated reading list support and training for all academic staff. Whether you're looking for guidance on strategy, best practices, or technical know-how, we’ve got you covered.

How we can support you:

Learn how to create and manage effective reading lists, explore best practices, and make the most of the University's reading list system.
Request personalised support by contacting your Academic Librarian.
For help with accounts, list ownership, or item purchases, reach out to readinglists@northampton.ac.uk
Need expert advice on reading list composition or bespoke training for your team? Contact your Academic Librarian or librarians@northampton.ac.uk

Reading list digitisation

The Digitisation Service can create legal digital copies of resource extracts, which are added to reading lists for use by students on specific modules.