Three Rivers Library Instruction Program

A 45-60 minute library orientation that introduces students to library resources and services. This is an interactive session in which students work in groups, discuss information literacy topics and engage with a librarian. The aim is to have all students attend a library session in CCS 1001 so that they are taught foundational principles of academic research. Topics covered include:

• Finding books and articles in the library catalog
• Comparing information found on websites and databases
• Accessing services and resources on the library homepage

Request a library instruction session for CCS 1001: Library Instruction Request Form 

A library class can be one session or scaffolded over multiple sessions. Options for topics include:

• How to find a book/Use the library catalog
• Library databases
• Popular vs. scholarly articles
• Evaluating online resources
• Citation format

We can accommodate all modalities:

• In-person - Takes place in the library instruction room (C225) or in your classroom.
• Remote synchronous - Session on Teams or Blackboard Collaborate for LRON classes.
• Remote asynchronous - Tutorials and research guides created for your fully online classes.

Request a library instruction session: Library Instruction Request Form

The embedded librarian model is a way to work with your students within Blackboard so library support is available right where students find all of their course content. Services provided include:

• Creating custom content for online courses (databases, tutorials, search strategies, research guides, etc.)
• Online tutorials and custom videos
• Serving as a contact regarding library and general research questions
• Providing assistance in citation format
• Offering individual attention to students during any stage of their research process

In a typical Blackboard course (online or in-person), an Embedded Librarian will have a module named "Library Resources" which will have links to a research guide, the library catalog, databases and short videos (such as information literacy videos explaining library resources) to help students be better prepared for their assignments and exams.

Request embedded librarian services: Embedded Librarian Request Form

A short 10-minute visit to your classroom or online. This is best for brief demonstrations of the resources on the library website, locating a required resource, or contacting the library for further information. In an online class this could be a one-time, synchronous Q&A chat session or a single facilitated discussion on your discussion board. It introduces students to a specific person so that they may be more apt to contact the librarian for research help. 

Request a 10-Minute Overview: Overview Request Form

A research guide, or libguide, is a customized library website created specifically for your course. Research guides may point out specific books, databases, and websites for your discipline.

The library website can be overwhelming. There are many databases and resources and students don't always know where to begin. By starting with a libguide specific to their course, students can quickly locate course-related resources. The guide can be linked within a Blackboard course site to make access easy for students. Students can return to it over and over as needed. 

Sample research guide: Minimum Wage (ENG1010)

Request a customized research guide: Research Guide Request Form

A recorded video tutorial can cover any research-related topic such as using a specific database, finding scholarly articles or citation format. Tutorials are created using Kaltura Capture and can be easily embedded in a Blackboard site or research guide. These are short three-minute videos that students can watch from any device.

Sample video tutorial: Finding Biographies in the Library Databases

Request a video tutorial: Video Tutorial Request Form

Students can make a research appointment with a librarian to help with developing topics, finding articles, evaluating resources and creating citations. Research appointments last 15 minutes to one hour and are held in person or online. Send your students the link below so they can schedule an appointment when it is convenient for them.

Request a research appointment: Research Appointment Request Form