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The User Education Department of the Toronto Reference Library offers a workshop to help you use its collections and services. The workshop is divided into two parts:

Research Skills Part I is an orienation to the library system in general, and a detailed history and overview of the Toronto Reference Library in particular. How to use the web site to find books and journals in the open shelves, the closed stacks and special locations of the building are all carefully explained. As well, Part I of Research Skills examines different concepts of information classification and reference levels, both essential elements to do research, regardless of what library or archive you need to consult. Part I includes a walking tour of the building.

Research Skills Part II goes deeper into effectively using the online catalogue to find library materials, not just through keyword searching, but through the use of standard subject headigns. This workshop will also introduce you to the library's extensive collections of online journals, or databases.

To find out about scheduled courses between January and March, click "Programs, Classes & Exhibits", immediately above, select "Toronto Reference Library" at right, and browse through the programs offered. You can also phone the User Education line to find out about dates, and to register for the program, at 416-393-7209.

The User Education Department of the Toronto Reference Library offers a workshop to help you use its collections and services. The workshop is divided into two parts:

Research Skills Part I is an orienation to the library system in general, and a detailed history and overview of the Toronto Reference Library in particular. How to use the web site to find books and journals in the open shelves, the closed stacks and special locations of the building are all carefully explained. As well, Part I of Research Skills examines different concepts of information classification and reference levels, both essential elements to do research, regardless of what library or archive you need to consult. Part I includes a walking tour of the building.

Research Skills Part II goes deeper into effectively using the online catalogue to find library materials, not just through keyword searching, but through the use of standard subject headigns. This workshop will also introduce you to the library's extensive collections of online journals, or databases.

To find out about scheduled courses between January and March, click "Programs, Classes & Exhibits", immediately above, select "Toronto Reference Library" at right, and browse through the programs offered. You can also phone the User Education line to find out about dates, and to register for the program, at 416-393-7209.