Jen Library Reference Department

Recordings from our fall quarter workshops are now available! Use the links below to access them.

Image Research Basics – 16 min. – Brief introduction on why and how to access high quality art images via ArtSTOR and the Digial Image Database

The C.R.A.A.P. Test – 39 min. – Learn to evaluate the quality of any book, article or website with this handy test

Word Up! Keyword Search Savvy – 29 min. – Discusses how to improve search results by using keywords effectively

Searching Beyond SCAD’s Libraries – 30 min – Use Worldcat, Google Books, Google Scholar and ILL to expand your research beyond the SCAD Libraries collection

CC image by Flickr user statelyenglishmanor

Whether you are new to college research, or need a refresher and skills boost, there is a Library workshop for you. Two workshops take place this week, each with two time options for your convenience. No need to RSVP, just choose a time and log in.

Research Survival 101

• Online:   Sunday, April 17^th @ 2pm / Monday, April 18^th @ 8pm
• http://scadconnect.scad.edu/researchsurvival101/
• Does writing research papers feel like an impossible task? Are you full of great ideas, but not sure how to get them down on paper? Do trustworthy, professor-approved sources seem to elude you? If you answered YES to any of the above questions, attend Research Survival 101 online! Intended for those who are new to college-level research, this interactive workshop will provide practical strategies for staying organized, focused, and creative with research assignments. Come ready to share ideas and questions.

Advanced Research Survival

• Online:  Sunday, April 17^th @ 5pm / Tuesday, April 19^th @ 8pm
• http://scadconnect.scad.edu/adv_researchsurvival/
• You’re a research survivor – now take your skills to the next level. This interactive online workshop is intended for anyone who is already familiar with the SCAD library catalog and databases, but wants to go beyond the basic resources. We will discuss practical tips such as constructing advanced keyword strings, “hacking” Google to discover interesting library resources, obtaining items from non-SCAD libraries, and more. Ideal for those writing senior and graduate theses, and anyone who wants to improve their searching overall.

CC image by Flickr user chrissam42

Would you like to understand what makes a “good” info source, boost your searching skills, go beyond Google and Wikipedia, or locate the best quality digital images? Then come to a library workshop this quarter! Most events are free and open – some online, some in person – just log in or show up.

Library-phobia: Don’t Fear! A Librarian is Here!

• Online:  Sunday, January 16^th @ 3pm / Thursday, January 20^th @ 8pm (for eLearners)
• http://scadconnect.scad.edu/libraryphobia/
• Does the thought of using the library make your palms sweat?  Has it been years since you’ve even been in a library?  Do you have any questions about libraries but are too embarrassed to ask?  If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, this workshop is for you!  A librarian will give a brief overview of what a library has, what is can do for you and make you feel more comfortable using it.  Time will be allotted at the end for questions and answers.  No RSVP is necessary – just log in.  Log in as a “guest”, if you would like to be anonymous.

Research Survival 101

• Online:   Sunday, January 23^th @ 2pm / Monday, January 24^th @ 8pm
• At the River Club: first floor, Thursday, January 27^th @ 6pm
• http://scadconnect.scad.edu/researchsurvival101/
• Does writing research papers feel like an impossible task? Are you full of great ideas, but not sure how to get them down on paper? Do trustworthy, professor-approved sources seem to elude you?  If you answered YES to any of the above questions, attend Research Survival 101 online! This interactive workshop will provide practical strategies for staying organized, focused, and creative with research assignments.  No RSVP is necessary – just log in.

Advanced Research Survival: Library Resources Beyond the Basics

• Online:   Sunday, January 23^rd @ 5pm / Tuesday, January 25^th @ 8pm
• http://scadconnect.scad.edu/adv_researchsurvival/
• You’re a research survivor – now take your skills to the next level. This interactive online workshop is intended for anyone who is already familiar with the SCAD library catalog and databases, but wants to go beyond the basic resources. We will discuss practical tips such as constructing advanced keyword strings, “hacking” Google to discover interesting library resources, obtaining items from non-SCAD libraries, and more. Ideal for those writing senior and graduate theses, and anyone who wants to improve their searching overall! No RSVP is necessary – just log in.

Introduction to ARTstor and the SCAD Digital Image Database (registration required)

• Jen Library Room 108:  Thursday Jan. 20, 2:30-4:00pm / Wednesday Jan. 26, 12:-1:30pm
• The session will demonstrate the fundamentals of searching the online resources ARTstor and SCAD Digital Image Database, saving image collections, and creating class presentations using the ARTstor Offline Image Viewer. Participants will also learn how to have images added to the SCAD Digital Image Database to fill the needs of specific courses and student presentations. To register for this session or to make an appointment for individual training, e-mail the Visual Resources Center at vrc@scad.edu.

Workshops at the ACA Library of SCAD-Atlanta

• The Atlanta library is offering drop-in research sessions, finding images for fashion and research, and more! See the full list here.