Instruction
Classrom Instruction
Graduate Center subject librarians will present during class sessions if invited by an instructor. 1st year students and those beginning dissertation research benefit most. Librarians can introduce databases and bibliographic citation software Refworks or Endnote) or focus on another specific assignment.
Librarians partner with faculty to teach research. We ask faculty to participate fully in classroom sessions where librarians are invited to present.
Subject librarians also teach faculty, staff and graduate assistants to use the library's electronic reserve system, ERes, to post files online.
Research Consultation
Work with a subject librarian to form research strategies. One-on-one or group training sessions are also available for databases and bibliographic citation tools.
Library Workshops
Librarians partner with IT staff to offer a revolving slate of workshops including Introduction to Library Services, Database Search Skills, Refworks, Endnote, and Dissertation Preparation.
NYPL Classes
The New York Public Library Research Centers offer regular classes and workshops. Classes include Introduction to Primary Source Research Science & Technology Information.
Designing your Undergrad Course
Librarians partner with Grad Student teachers to design courses and assignments imparting information literacy skills. Courses with strong information literacy components are valued by hiring institutions and academic accrediting agencies. For more information, see the CUNY Libraries LILAC website.
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