Step 4: Provide Content Alternatives

Substitute missed class sessions by creating your own course video or by providing additional readings or online materials. These materials could be additional textbook readings, online articles, or even online video. You can then follow-up these assigned readings/videos with an online graded (or non-graded) discussion or other assignment related to the information.

Readings

Assigned readings can take the form of the textbook, articles, books, websites, or other online resources.

Video

There are lots of videos already available online and through the Richland library.

Film on Demand Links to an external site. (through the RCC Library)
YouTube Links to an external site.
Khan Academy Links to an external site.
Ted Talks Links to an external site.
TeacherTube Links to an external site.
Google your topic and then click on the "Videos" tab at the top for videos pertaining to your topic.
You can also request DVDs from the Library to use in your classes. Library staff will bring them to the Teaching & Learning Center, where they will be converted to MP4 format and uploaded to your Canvas Studio.

Adding Content to Canvas

The easiest way to add content (like readings and video) to Canvas is through course Modules. Modules allow you to organize your content in a clear and easy to understand manner. For information on how to create Modules and add content, see the following page - Modules.

Need Help Finding Appropriate Content?

If you need assistance coming up with ideas, remember the Library staff are ready and happy to assist you with finding appropriate resources.

Librarians will be monitoring askalibrarian@richland.edu inbox closely for student and faculty assistance. Many students have already used this as a means for research assistance and advice. Librarians can check citations and sources, search for and send articles that are appropriate to topics, and communicate with instructors about student progress if warranted. They are also available by telephone (217) 875-7211 ext. 6303.

Also, don't forget about the many ebooks in the CARLI collection that have full-text available to Richland students. Library staff also recommend CREDO Reference as a great database for solid information, graphs, and images. From CREDO, one can jump straight to the EBSCO databases.

Delivery of library materials is still going throughout Illinois so materials ordered through CARLI or inter-library loan are also available.