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Getting Library Info in Moodle

Add targeted Library information and resources to your courses to help ensure that your students are successful with their research projects. A librarian can help you customize the examples below to more closely match your learning outcomes.

Moodle "Text & Media Area"

The library blocks below were created in Moodle by using the following steps:

  • Click Create Learning Activity.
  • Choose the Resources tab.
  • Click Text and media area.
  • Create a title under Title in course index. (Example: Library Resources & Research Help)
  • Under Text, click View, and choose Source Code.

Moodle Source Code Screen Shot

  • Copy and paste the code for one of the examples. Click Save.

Screenshot of source code box

  • Make any necessary edits: add correct research guide, links, etc.
  • Click Save and Return to Course.

Example 1

Research guide suited to your class and/or assignments, library links, and logo

Screenshot of a Moodle text block with links to a research guide, the ask a librarian page, and the library homepage.

Highlight the code below starting with <h3> and ending immediately after the last </p>.

  • You will need to update the code below to point to the research guide that best meets the needs of your students.
  • Don’t see anything that works? Ask a librarian for a custom guide for your class or assignment.

<h3><strong>Research Help</strong></h3>

<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://libguides.pittcc.edu/biology" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Biology Research Guide</a></strong></span><br>Use this guide to find library resources, such as articles, books, and videos, on topics related to our class assignments. Make sure that you pay attention to the search tips and examples provided on each page. They will help make your research more successful.</p>

<p><a href="http://libguides.pittcc.edu/ask" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><u>Ask a Librarian</u></strong></a><br>If you need help with any aspect of research, ask a librarian for help. You can chat, send an email, set up an appointment, or just stop by. The Library is located in the Everett Building.</p>

<p><a href="https://pittcc.edu/campus-life/library/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong><u>Library Homepage</u></strong></a><br>Visit the Library website to see their hours, get a full list of online databases, view their library tutorials, reserve a study room, and more.</p>

<p><img class="img-fluid"src=https://d2jv02qf7xgjwx.cloudfront.net/customers/307/images/PCC-Library-Logo-Horizontal-Color_300px.png alt="Pitt CC Library Logo" width="300" height="71"></p>

Example 2

Library links with logo

Example 2 library resources links

Highlight the code below starting with <h3> and ending immediately after the last </p>.

<h3><strong>Library Resources</strong></h3>

<p>Located in the Everett building, the Library provides services to both online and in-person students. </p>

<ul><li><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://libguides.pittcc.edu/ask" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ask a Librarian</a></strong></span>: 24/7 Chat (with a <strong>human</strong> librarian), E-mail, Phone, etc.</li>

<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://pittcc.edu/library/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Library Homepage</a></strong></span>: Articles, Books, Study Rooms, Databases, etc.</li>

<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://libguides.pittcc.edu/about/group_study" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Reserve a Group Study Room</a></strong></span></li>

<li><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://libguides.pittcc.edu/az/databases" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A-Z Library Databases</a></strong></span></li>

<li>Citation Examples: <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://libguides.pittcc.edu/apa7th" target="_blank" rel="noopener">APA 7th ed.</a></strong></span> | <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://libguides.pittcc.edu/mla9th/articles" target="_blank" rel="noopener">MLA 9th ed.</a></strong></span> | <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="https://libguides.pittcc.edu/citationhelp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">More Citation Help</a></strong></span></li></ul>

<p><img class="img-fluid" src=https://d2jv02qf7xgjwx.cloudfront.net/customers/307/images/PCC-Library-Logo-Horizontal-Color_300px.png alt="Pitt CC Library Logo" width="300" height="71"></p>

Library Link in Moodle

There is a link to the Library's homepage in Moodle, but you have to scroll all the way down to the bottom of the page to find it. If you want students to find the Library page, we suggest adding appropriate links at key areas in your course. A librarian can help you with this!

The link for the Library is in the column titled "Links for Students"