This class would be beneficial for students concurrently enrolled in courses requiring library research, for new graduate students, or for those who want to pursue library research in other areas. The course is designed to teach critical analysis of library research materials, from print to electronic. Each week, students have hands-on assignments working with research materials in their field. Assignments are due in class each week. A brief research paper analyzing the student's research progress is required.
Students also develop an extensive analytical bibliography.
Complete all assignments. Give an oral presentation evaluating the research process. Obtain and use a UCSB e-mail account. Obtain a CDL Password. Obtain and use a Library copy card.