About Audiovisual
The Media Commons supports the University of Toronto curriculum and currently holds some 15-thousand audiovisual titles. The reference collection of books, indexes and periodicals includes locating and evaluating tools, media catalogues, guides and indexes. A variety of in-library media playback facilities for individual and group use is available. The Media Commons is wheelchair accessible and provides closed captioned facilities. Our main Theatre is equipped for hearing-impaired.
Collection Information
The Media Commons audiovisual collection includes DVD's, videos, 16mm films and other formats which are available for classroom screening or individual study. Titles not included in the collection can sometimes be obtained from other sources. A small reference collection of catalogues, books, periodicals and media distributors catalogues is available for consultation. Lead time for retrieval from the Reference Collecton is required.
Suggestions for additions to the collection are welcome. Priority is given to titles needed for classroom screening and other course-related use. Purchase suggestions should be directed to joan.links@utoronto.ca
Borrowing
Holders of most valid University of Toronto Library cards may borrow materials from the collection. The loan period
is "two nights" with possibility of up to 3 renewals* if no other
reservation exists. Extended loan periods may be arranged if multiple classroom screenings are required.
All
audiovisual materials must be licensed for classroom use. The Media
Commons acquires performance rights for most programs for use at the
University of Toronto's three campuses. These rights do not extend to off-campus
locations. For further information, please call 416-978-6521 or email media.commons@utoronto.ca.
*The number of renewals is dependent upon privileges associated with your Library Card category.
Please note: UTS Student cards do NOT have borrowing privileges.
Advance Reservations
Advance reservations of Media Commons audiovisual material, for
classroom/teaching use, may be made in person, by telephone at (416)
978-6521, by fax at (416) 978-8707 or by email at media.commons@utoronto.ca. You may also complete our OnLine Booking Request form
Programs not found in the Media Commons audiovisual collection can often be obtained from other sources given sufficient lead time. A minimum of 10 working days notice is needed to complete these arrangements. Any costs associated with these services are charged back to the borrower's department.
Faculty can request that programs be placed on reserve for course assignments and exam preparation. To request a reserve, please contact the Media Commons by telephone at (416) 978-6521, by fax at (416) 978-8707 or by email at media.commons@utoronto.ca.
In Library Audiovisual Facilities
The Media Commons provides a variety of audiovisual playback equipment for on-site use, namely VHS and DVD players, along with specialized equipment such as Laser Videodisc, 16mm film projectors, 35mm slide projectors and audiocassette players. Following our recent major renovation, four group screening rooms are available, including a 50-seat theatre and a 32-seat classroom styled facility. A videoconference room may also be reserved for University related endeavours. Sixteen individual audiovisual carrels are also available.
Advanced reservations for screening rooms and specialized equipment such as 16mm film projectors are recommended. Teaching staff who need screening rooms and audiovisual materials on a regular basis may enquire about making reservations for the duration of their course. For reservations call 416-978-6521 or email media.commons@utoronto.ca
For Audiovisual equipment needs elsewhere on the St. George Campus, please contact the
Office of Space Management
