Comm-B Canvas Modules Updates

UW-Madison Libraries' Comm-B Canvas Commons module updates include new online activities, new videos, updated content, and a more streamlined page design within Canvas.

During the summer of 2021, Jules Arensdorf, Nina Clements, Tom Durkin, and Carly Sentieri reviewed and made significant updates to the UW-Madison Libraries' Comm-B Canvas Commons modules. These modules focus on conducting research within disciplines, and are useful both within and beyond Comm-B courses. The module updates include new online activities, new videos, updated content, and a more streamlined page design within Canvas. They also feature improved transparency for both instructors and students with regard to learning outcomes and time required, as well as a built-in opportunity for the library instructor to introduce themselves on a welcome page.

The updated modules are available in Canvas Commons. If you first login to Canvas, you can use the direct links to the modules below (if you are not logged in, these links will not work):

If you are not logged in to Canvas Commons, you can view three elements of the updated modules:



  • Value: Empowerment/Encourage experimentation and creativity
  • Value: Collaboration/Work across departments and libraries with serious consideration of all parties’ ideas
  • Value: Collaboration/Leverage the expertise of library staff

Strategic Directions