Table of Content

• Basic
• Advanced
• High School Groups
• Community Groups
• Schedule a Class

Basic: Introduction to Library Research

• General overview of the library: Its physical layout, services offered, introduction to library's web site.

• Developing an effective search strategy.

• Using Quincy, the library's online catalog.

• Using some major full-text online databases such as Academic Search Premier.

• Internet searching and evaluation.

• Hands-on time for students to practice what they have learned.

Advanced: Subject-Specific and Graduate Research

Focuses on a particular course, a library resource, research technique, or field of study.  Classes generally last for one class period but can be expanded if necessary.  These sessions can include the following:

• Using specialized databases such as Lexis-Nexis or PsycINFO.

• Research involving government documents and/or maps.

• Using primary sources and archival materials.

• dvanced Internet searching and evaluation.

• Interlibrary loan and document delivery services.

• Using proper citation and bibliography style.

Instruction for High School Groups

Sessions are also available for area junior and senior High School Students however KU classes have priority.  High School sessions can include:

• Introduction to the library and doing college-level research.

• Overview of library's catalog and major databases.

• Brief tour of library.

• Hands-on time for searching on catalog and databases.

Instruction for Community Groups

Local community organizations are encouraged to use the library's facilities and services.  This includes the library instruction program.  Community groups can schedule sessions if the classroom and a librarian are available.  Contact Ruth Perkins, Coordinator, perkins@kutztown.edu, 610-683-4608, to discuss your group's needs.