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EDUC 589A Tutorial

EDUC589A (Research for Educators) Library Orientation

Welcome! The EDUC589A library orientation consists of several modules: a series of online multimedia tutorials and several printable handouts. These modules cover much of the material normally taught in face-to-face library instruction sessions, and are designed to familiarize you with graduate-level library research. It should take you approximately 60-90 minutes to review the tutorials.

If you have any questions about these modules, or would like customized assistance with your research, please contact:

Kimberley Stephenson, M.L.I.S.
Assistant Professor; Web Services Librarian
kstephenson@apu.edu
(626) 815-6000, Ext. 5770

Tutorials
  1. Introduction to Library Resources and Services (PowerPoint)
  2. Research Strategies Step by Step (PowerPoint)
  3. Information Formats (PowerPoint)
  4. Finding and Requesting Books and Media: A Guide for Regional Center and Online Patrons
    (Note: Adobe Flash Player required; approximate run time: 3 minutes, 33 seconds)
  5. Finding Journal and Magazine Articles: A Guide for Off-Campus Patrons (Flash movie; approx. run time 4 min. 37 sec.)
  6. A Brief Introduction to APA Style (Flash movie; approx. run time 4 min. 30 sec.)
Handouts
  1. Education Research Guide (PDF)
  2. Finding Full Text from the ERIC Database: Instructions for Regional Center/Online Students
  3. Finding Full Text from the ERIC Database: Instructions for Azusa Campus Students
  4. APU Libraries Research Tools and Services (PDF)