The library provides comprehensive instructional support to help students enhance their research skills. This includes general library instruction, major-specific workshops, and tours. These sessions, which range from library tours to hands-on workshops, cover topics such as research strategies, referencing, and effective use of library resources and online tools.
What it entails
Workshops and instructional sessions can be tailored to meet the needs of different courses or individual requests. Sessions can include:
- General library tours
- Research-focused workshops
- Instruction on specific databases and resources
- Discipline-specific support integrated into writing courses
How to request a session
To request a session:
Please note the following lead times:
- WP1212 sessions: Requests must be made at least 1 week in advance.
- Major-specific workshops: Requests should be made at least 4 weeks in advance.
Instruction sessions currently offered
The Art of Art Research
Focus: Techniques for using Discovery and the Art History & Archaeology subject guide to retrieve academic materials.
Audience: Students in "Writing about Art" (AT2124)
Deciphering History Resources
Focus: Key databases and strategies for finding academic materials on historical topics using the History & Philosophy subject guide.
Audience: Students in "Introduction to Historical Studies" (HY2038)
Film Analysis & Beyond: Electronic Resources for Film Studies
Focus: Introduction to film research tools and citation management using the Film & Media Studies subject guide.
Audience: Students in "Film Analysis" (CN3525)
Journal Articles: Cracking the Secret Codes
Focus: How to identify and evaluate academic articles, with demonstrations of Business Source Complete and the Business & Management subject guide.
Audience: Business students in "International Business" (IB2006)
Library Instruction for WP1212
Focus: Comprehensive use of Discovery, the library’s primary search tool, for research.
Audience: Students in "Academic Writing & Research" (WP1212)
Made Into Movies: Library Resources on Film Adaptations
Focus: Researching film adaptations using electronic resources and document delivery services.
Audience: Students in "Film Adaptations" (CIN2010)
Psychology Literature Search: Tips & Tricks
Focus: Advanced search techniques for psychology literature using Discovery, APA PsycInfo, and web resources.
Audience: Students in "Nonexperimental Research in Psychology" (PS3618)
Thriving in Global Markets: Business Resources for Managers
Focus: Accessing and analyzing market, industry, and company data using Passport and Business Source Complete.
Audience: Students in "Global Business Management" (IB3121)
Workshops can be offered face-to-face or online, upon faculty request. Please note that faculty must be present during the session.