Request library classes
Faculty are welcome to request a library instruction session for their course. Based on faculty librarian availability, we will do our best to accommodate teaching requests.
In addition, we encourage the use of our in-house developed library tutorials as part of your lesson planning.
We kindly request that faculty get to know the Library Instruction Policy before placing a request.
Library instruction policy
Placing a request
As early in the semester as possible, or at least two weeks prior to the anticipated class, please fill out the request for online instruction.
Timing of library instruction
The effectiveness of library instruction session depends in part on timing. Students benefit most when library sessions are course-integrated and scheduled to coincide with a research assignment.
Please note that we can only accommodate classes in the library classroom during the times the library is open.
Finalizing arrangements
After your request for library instruction session is received and processed, you and the assigned librarian will both receive a message that confirms the date and time of the session. Please communicate with the teaching librarian directly to discuss the details of the session.
We request that you share all relevant information (syllabus, assignment, research topics) with the librarian at least one week prior to the class meeting.
Research assignment
Library instruction sessions are most effective when they are directly related to a specific assignment. When requesting a session, please provide a detailed description of the project your students will be working on, including a list of potential topics.
Before meeting with the teaching librarian, please inform your students about the session's relevance to their coursework and the research assignment in particular.
Mandatory faculty attendance
Faculty must attend the session and remain in the classroom the entire time.
Teaching faculty's presence and participation make it clear to students that library instruction is an integral part of their course. Students are more engaged if their professor adds comments or questions during the session. During the hands-on portion of class (if there is one), faculty may be asked to assist the librarian.