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Library Teaching & Learning Services (LTLs): 1 Instruction

Find out how the library can help with teaching and learning.

Course Integrated Instruction

The core of our Instruction Program is course-related instruction, in which librarians work with instructors to teach skills that students need to successfully complete course assignments and related research. The aim is to teach students research skills at the point of need.

Subject Related Instruction

Introduces a group to the resources of a specific discipline. This type of instruction can be useful for new graduate or Ph.D. students, graduate assistants, organizations, and students working on group projects.

Resource Specific Instruction

Provides instruction on a specific tool or library resource. This can be especially helpful for new and updated online databases.

 

Library Tours

Designed to familiarize library users with the University Libraries,  orientations acquaint students with our collections, services, and policies.  All freshman and graduate students have the opportunity to participate in general tours which are offered during orientation week in the fall and spring, but tailored tours can be requested at any time.

Schedule a Tour.

In-Depth Consultation

Individual conferences provide an opportunity to discuss research and information needs with a reference librarian. These can be especially helpful for major research projects, theses, and dissertations.

 


Please contact Ethan Pullman, Library Instruction Coordinator if you have library tour requests.

If you require any other instructional service, please contact your liaison librarian.  If you are unsure, please contact one of the following reference desks and they can make the proper referral:

 

Arts Reference 412-268-7272
Hunt Reference 412-268-2442
Mellon Institute Reference 412-268-7213
Sorrells Reference 412-268-7217
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