Also known as Bibliographic Instruction, the library
offers general and course-related or subject specific library
instruction sessions for classes. These sessions include:
- Library Orientations
- Database Orientations
- Specialized Information Sessions
These sessions, offered days and evenings, are planned in collaboration
with faculty members, so that the instruction is directly relevant
to the particular course topics and assignments.
Library Orientations:
(General or Subject Specific)
Includes a library tour, and if so desired, may also include
a scavenger hunt exercise to introduce students to the library's
print and electronic resources and other services.
Database Orientations:
(General or Subject Specific)
Primarily conducted in the classroom, students are introduced
to the use of the library's online/subscription databases, including
various search strategies, techniques, and tips.
Specialized Information Sessions:
These sessions are customized to meet specific needs which may
include but are not limited to Internet research, evaluating
Web sites/pages, online search strategies, in-depth use of the
library's online/subscription databases, locating hard-to-find
information online/accessing the Hidden Web, and
using specialized resources such as Westlaw, Findlaw, Medline, etc.
To schedule a session contact the library:
Phone: 970-339-6227 or 1-800-301-5388 ext. 6227
Email: reference@aims.edu
Please give at least 3 days advance notice from the desired date.
