FREE RESEARCH WORKSHOPS

Collier Library offers FREE research workshops each Spring and Fall semester.  The subjects are listed at the bottom of this page. The dates and times each workshop is offered are listed under its description.  All workshops will be held in the Collier Library Classroom located in the basement of Collier Library. Call 765-4466 for more information.

E-Books & UNACAT:  Learn how to locate and use Electronic Books and use the library’s catalog (UNACAT) to find items in the UNA Libraries collection.  The basic as well as advanced search features will be discussed. Tuesday, April 8, 2008........................................................... 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 8, 2008............................................................. 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Databases: Learn how to determine the best databases for your topic. Searching strategies for several of the most used periodical databases will be covered. Wednesday, April 9, 2008....................................................... 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 9, 2008......................................................... 2:00 p.m.– 3:00 p.m. Using Google: Learn how to search the Internet more effectively using Google.  This workshop will cover both basic and advanced searching techniques.  Thursday, April 10, 2008........................................................ 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 10, 2008 ........................................................ 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. General Library Research: Learn how to locate sources for research papers, article reviews, and other library related assignments.  This workshop will include an overview of UNACAT and periodical databases.  Friday, April 11, 2008............................................................. 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Friday, April 11, 2008............................................................... 2:00 p.m.– 3:00 p.m.

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