Library and Research Training Workshops

Workshop Title	Description	Presenters	Date and Time
University Libraries 2007	This workshop provides an overview of the University Libraries for new and continuing faculty and staff. Topics include: • Overview of the University Libraries • Resources such as Libraries Catalog, Databases, E-Journals, and E-Reserves •Library services for on campus courses •Library services for distance education courses • Subject specialists for your discipline	Brett Spencer, Reference and Instruction Librarian, Amelia Gayle Gorgas Library	TBA for Summer
Searching your Discipline on the Internet	This workshop helps faculty and staff ensure that they are performing the most effective searches possible on the world wide web. Topics include: • Pinpointing the exact information you need • Focusing searches on academic information • Identifying specialized search engines for your discipline • Developing criteria for use in evaluating web sites • Addressing the internet's implications for student research	Brett Spencer, Reference and Instruction Librarian, Amelia Gayle Gorgas Library	TBA for Summer

Those unable to attend either class can contact Brett Spencer at 348-1200
or dbspence@bama.ua.edu for an individualized session.