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NOTE: Interactive processes are involved in all sessions.
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Guided Tour (50 minutes) |
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Covers library hours, policies, circulation procedures, reserves, special collections, the information desk, reference collections, location of materials, microforms, and government documents. |
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Introduction to the Online Catalog (50 minutes) |
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Covers Library of Congress subject headings, call numbers (how books are arranged), interpretation of the library's online catalog, and explanation of location symbols. Includes hands-on research time. |
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Introduction to Databases (50 minutes) |
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Covers print indexes, electronic indexes, locating periodicals using the online catalog, and location of periodicals. Includes hands-on research time. |
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Basic Reference Sources (50 minutes) |
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Covers basic print and electronic reference sources including general and specialized dictionaries, encyclopedias (including Britannica Online), almanacs, and handbooks. |
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Internet Resources and Evaluation (50 minutes) |
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Covers Lovejoy Library's home page, selected search engines, and evaluation of information on the Internet (scope, authority, reliability, currency, etc.). Includes hands-on research time. |
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Introduction to RefWorks(50 minutes) |
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RefWorks is a web-based bibliography and database manager. This workshop covers the basic features including how to set up a personal account, export/import references from Academic Search Premier, create folders to organize research and format a bibliography. Includes hands-on research time. |
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Hands-On Research Time (50 minutes) |
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Terminals will be reserved in the library for up to 50 minutes. Will a graduate assistant be required? Yes No |
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Course-Related Instruction (50 - 1:15 minutes) |
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Incorporates instruction (utilizing one of the tours listed above) tailored to a specific assignment or subject It is recommended that notification of subject areas be given two weeks in advance to allow for adequate preparation. Includes hands-on research time. |
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