I have tried numerous times to access the University wireless network via my laptop and have failed every time to connect. There are a number of wireless router portals which are meant to boost signals but surprisingly they are switched off - why?
Resources as a whole are not adequate and do not support me really at all
I am on a highly demanding course and yet for the 80 students on my course books are not accessible as the library only has one copy in some cases!
Something needs to happen to the wireless network. Accessing the internet for ebooks is key to success on our course
Wireless
We have been experiencing difficulties with wireless connectivity across the University. There are ICT calls for wireless and slow logins at Bedford Polhill Library. We are working with the University ICT department to find a solution
New wireless heads have been activated, so hopefully this will solve some of the issues with wireless.
I have asked ICT to look again at the login times.
Books
The university is aware of this issue and how a lack of multiple copies of core textbooks can affect your student learning experience and how well you feel able to complete assignments.
Where possible we always purchase as many multiple copies of textbooks as the budget allows us. We also try and buy an electronic copy of a textbook (if it is available) which means the book is always available even if the print copy is out on loan.
Extra book budget was given to the library in December and we are actively looking to increase the number of copies of heavily used items that appear on reading lists. If you have a particular request could I ask you fill in this form http://lrweb.beds.ac.uk/contact/recommend-a-resource or send me an email with the details and we will endeavour to purchase those items.
In January 2013 we are providing the opportunity for students to buy (using university funds) electronic books they wish to read and add to the library collection.
We are also continuing to work with your teaching teams to ensure the items on your reading lists are available and accessible where possible in electronic full text on BREO.
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