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Library Instruction
Librarians provide assignment-based library instruction requested by faculty for their students. Instruction is available for all LCC courses at the library, located in the TLC Building. An instruction session may include:
- library tour
- research databases
- library catalog
- Internet
- search strategies
- evaluating sources
- other topics requested by faculty
Library Sessions Are Assignment Based
- Faculty should coordinate a library session with a specific course assignment.
- Librarians are available to collaborate with instructors in designing an assignment.
- Submit a copy or a description of the assignment with the request.
Ingredients for a Successful Student Experience
Schedule your session
- At a time in the semester when the students' need for information is pertinent.
- A minimum one to two hours to allow for hands-on, exercises, group work, reflection, or work on the research assignment.
Prepare your students
- By reviewing the assignment with students prior to the session.
Participate in the session
- Instructors are required to be present during the session or arrange for a faculty substitute.
- Faculty participation during the session helps students understand the importance of the session.
Off-Campus Library Instruction
Library instruction for WRIT, READ, and SDEV courses is available at the following off-campus locations:
- Clinton County Center, St. Johns
- LCC East, East Lansing
- Livingston County Center at Parker Campus, Howell
- West Campus
Faculty must arrange for a computer classroom, computer lab, or for a COW for library sessions scheduled at the above off-campus locations.
Scheduling a Session
Submit your request at least one week before the session.
Online Request Form
Submit an online request form and you will be notified if the date / time are available.
Visit or Telephone
Contact the Reference Desk at 517.483.1615. The librarian on duty will check the instruction calendar and take your request.
For More Information Contact
- Kim Farley
- Instructional Services Librarian
- farleyk@lcc.edu
- 517.483.1662
- Mail Code: 1510
