Reference Sources
Knowledge of reference sources is central to providing your users with the answers they seek. This course will familiarize both librarians and paraprofessionals in a range of print and online resources from dictionaries and encyclopedias, to handbooks, serials and databases. Come learn which sources work for you and how to best use them.
Learning Objectives:
Upon Completion the participant will:
- Identify Key reference sources in each category
- Learn to Evaluate Print and Online reference sources
- Employ judgment in selecting sources in the future
- Participate in hands on information hunts to remember sources
Target Audience:
Librarians and paraprofessionals who wish to learn new reference sources.
Prerequisites:
None
Homework Expectations and Completion Requirements:
- There will be Assignments to be completed in class and at home.
- It is designed for individual participation; each individual must register.
Technical Requirements:
Live Online System Requirements
Session Duration:
This course consists of two 2-hour sessions.
Instructor: Kyla Hunt - hunt@amigos.org
Continuing Education Credit:
Contact Hours: 4
September 21 - 22, 2016
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm CDT
Online Classroom
United States
United States
| Amigos Member | $165.00 |
| Non-member | $200.00 |
| Amigos Member Learning Passport Holder - 4 Learning Passport Hours | $0.00 |
| Amigos Member Learning Passport Holder - 10% Discount | $148.50 |
| Amigos Member Learning Passport Holder - 15% Discount | $140.25 |