Library Skills courses enable students to manage information in an era of information explosion, whether their interests are academic, professional, or personal. No regularly scheduled class meetings. A self-paced course which facilitates the use of the library and teaches the basic skills needed for library research. The resources studied and the skills learned are applicable to any library - academic, public or special. Students may work on assignments whenever the college library is open, consulting with the instructor and other library faculty as needed.
Enrollment is open through the first half of the semester.
Recommended especially for students working on research projects for other classes. Library Research Methods. A self-paced course in research methods and techniques for students who have already taken the introductory library course. Practice in the use of the more specialized reference books and periodical indexes. Concentrates on a methodology of research and on time-saving techniques.