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Cool Tools You Can Use for Instruction

Cool Tools

Many of the library resources offer resources and services beyond the commonly expected books, articles and streaming audio and videos.

Are you looking for case studies, treatment calculators, PowerPoint and more? The tabs are labelled by the service and contains details for the variety of resources and options available.

JAMA Evidence is part of the AccessMedicine subscription, so you will be able to sign in using the same login credentials you use for your personal account for AccessMedicine or AccessPharmacy. If you have already created an account, you will not need to create one here - just login using that same account information!

Case Studies

Several of the KansasCOM Library resources provide access to case studies. while these cannot be assigned for a grade, you can certainly use these as a teaching tool in class or for prep activities.

LWW Health Library

AccessMedicine

ClinicalKey

ClinicalKey does not have a special section for case studies, however, there are case studies available if you search for them. Connect with the database and search for 'case study' as shown below.

Readings & Resources Lists in Canvas

You may have heard the big news that the KansasCOM Library has introduced it's new tool in Canvas: Readings & Resources.

This is a great tool you can use to not only eliminate problematic links to course content, but also allows you to add documents, videos, websites and more in an easy to use format and standardized navigation for students. This tool also includes the ability for you to see analytics related to student access and use at a granular level AND the ability to roll over reading lists from trimester to trimester or year to year.

The Library and its staff are here to help you understand how to populate your reading lists and launch it for student use.

You can see the full information and directional help here: Readings & Resources Lists in Canvas

OR You can contact the library for more information or assistance here.

Recommend a Library Subscription or Purchase

We welcome suggestions for the acquisition or subscription of materials in support of the school's teaching and research programs.

While we will consider all recommendations, please note that the final decision (especially for subscriptions that require year-to-year commitments) will depend on availability of funds, format, faculty research, and expectations of usage.

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OpenAthens

The TCS Education System (TCSES) Libraries will be migrating to OpenAthens, a new authentication service that will improve security and access control of library resources, reduce service interruptions, integrate with the institutions' single sign-on (SSO) services, and provide usage data. While OpenAthens will become the primary authentication platform, the libraries will still maintain their current system, EZProxy, as a backup and failover authentication system.

When will the change happen?

Starting June 8, 2022, all eResources will begin to shift from EZProxy to OpenAthens. 

What does this mean for you?

  • Keep using the TCSES Libraries Shared eResources page to access the shared databases. They will be set to use the new authentication system
  • When prompted, enter your school's credentials; If you are used to logging in via EZProxy, the experience will remain similar. For some of the vendors, you might need to look for the Login via Institution button
  • The libraries will still maintain EZProxy as a back up and failover system.

In most cases logging into a library database will look the same as it always has. For example, logging in from the A-Z database list will lead you to the familiar login screen and then directly to the resource.

In a few cases, such as with EBSCO databases, the login might look a little different. After clicking on the database link...

You will need to click the "Institutional Login" link on the EBSCO page that follows before being taken to the usual login screen.

Alternative Login Options

One thing that is new with OpenAthens is the option to login directly through the public facing website of a database.

  1. For example, if I Google Taylor and Francis Online and go to their public facing site I can then click the Log In button.
  2. From there I select the "Access through your Institution" option
  3. Next, I type in the name of my institution - TCS Education System - and click or enter.
  4. If I haven't logged in anywhere else then I'll be taken to the school login page. If I have already logged in during this session then I'll automatically bypass this page.
  5. And then I'll have access to the school's content on the Taylor and Francis site.

Many (though not all!) of your saved links will still work after the transition to OpenAthens. However we encourage users to update their links for more reliable access. There are several ways you can do this. First, you can replace old links with links from the library's catalog using the following steps:

  1. After locating the item in OneSearch, click on the 3 dots in the right corner of the search result.
  2. Next click on the button labeled permalink.
  3. Finally, click "Copy the Permalink to Clipboard" and then paste that wherever you are keeping your links.

It will require 1 extra click for you and others to access the full text, however this permalink from the catalog will always be the most reliable.

 

It is also possible in some cases to link directly to full text. 

While every database or resource is different many will include a "friendly" URL or permalink button that will allow you to copy a URL that can be shared with other users. 

These permalinks will sometimes include the link in your browser search bar however please note that this link is not always shareable and may not work for other users. Be sure to test these links in another browser or incognito window before saving or sharing. 

 

Another way to create a persistent link that is compatible with OpenAthens is by using the OpenAthens Link Generator Tool. 
(Please note that this tool will not work for ProQuest, EBSCO, Gale, or Kanopy links.)

To use the OpenAthens Link Generator:

  1. Go to https://go.openathens.net/generate/tcsedsystem.edu/72355083
  2. Paste a permalink or stable URL for the resource you would like to link to in the box and press enter.
  3. Copy the generated URL.
  4. Use the copied URL to link to the source.

Multiple URLs can be created at one time.

Be sure to test your new links before saving/sharing!

Why is the library using OpenAthens?
OpenAthens offers greater security, control, and reliability. For user in particular, the addition of OpenAthens will help prevent downtimes due to authentication system issues.

Will I need a new username and password?
No. The username and password that you use for all other school systems will work with OpenAthens.

Will signing in to library resources be any different?
In most cases, no. Follow this link to learn more about signing in with OpenAthens.

How long until users are logged out due to inactivity? 
An OpenAthens session will last for up to 8 hours. Keep in mind that if you switch browsers or delete your cookies you will need to log in again.

What do I do if my saved links or bookmarks no longer work?
Follow this link for tips on how to save or create new links.

What about privacy?
Please visit OpenAthens privacy pages at: https://www.openathens.net/privacy/

Please feel free to report any broken links or problems and a member of our staff will get back to you shortly.

 

You can also reach out to us via email.

To use the OpenAthens Link Generator:

  1. Go to: https://go.openathens.net/generate/tcsedsystem.edu/72355083
  2. Paste a permalink or stable URL for the resource you would like to link to in the box and press enter.
  3. Copy the generated URL.
  4. Use the copied URL to link to the source.
  5. Test the link or have someone else test the link!
  6. Note that some resources automatically produce a permalink and erase the need for creating an OpenAthens secure link. ProQuest and EBSCOHost resources include the ability to create permalinks.
  7. Find resource specific instructions for creating stable links here: How to Create Stable Links to Library Resources

Multiple URLs can be created at one time.

Be sure to test your new links before saving/sharing!

  • For the best linking experience we recommend using Firefox and Microsoft Edge.

  • If you use Google Chrome or experience issues with other browsers you will need to clear your browsing history and reset your cookies under the settings for your browser.