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How do I ... start my research? Just the basics.

About this workshop:

Do you sometimes feel clueless as you begin your research? This workshop will provide a basic overview for beginning your research. Included will be information about using the library's reference collection, locating books using the university's Online Catalog, and choosing good databases to begin an article search. If you would like more in depth information choose either the How do I...use the Online Catalog? or How do I... find articles? workshops.

Who is this workshop for?

Designed in particuar for lower division students (freshmen and sophomores) who need a general overview and introduction to the library's resources and the basics of information searching. However, anyone who needs a general introduction to the libraries is welcome to attend.

Additional information:

• If you would like to receive credit for attending this workshop for a class, you will receive certification of your attendance at the conclusion of the workshop.
• If you have questions about the workshops please e-mail us at: uglinstruct@library.uiuc.edu
• Visit the University Libraries Schedule of Events.
• If you need the help of a librarian visit: Ask a Librarian

Register for this workshop.

This workshop is sponsored by the Undergraduate Library.

Updated: January 4, 2005 © 2005 The Board of Trustees at the University of Illinois E-mail: uglinstruct@library.uiuc.edu