Librarians teach basic search strategies during hands-on instruction sessions held in the library's computer classroom. Call 298-2700 to schedule a session. The Library has an assortment of computerized magazine indexes. The Reference Unit offers searching workshops to classes that will be using this type of resource. Call 298-2700 for more details.
Some instructors prefer to teach library skills themselves.
Because the reference section of the library is always changing, instructors should confer with a reference librarian before bringing a class to the library. When necessary, an instructor can participate in a two-hour workshop to learn how to setup the library computer classroom and how to search relevant databases. Handouts are provided. Call 298-2700 to learn more. Many English composition students are required to use library resources to complete a specific assignment.