Library Instruction Sessions and Research Consultations
Library Instruction Sessions
Library instruction sessions vary from 30 - 75 minutes and are tailored to cover topics related to a particular course. Sessions may be longer or shorter, depending on the materials covered and faculty needs.
- Faculty Library Instruction Request Form.
- Education faculty should contact the Educational Resource Center (508-531-1304) to schedule a library class.
Course/Subject Guide Request Form
Research Consultations
Research consultations are one-on-one meetings with professional librarians for extended assistance and may be requested by faculty, staff, or students.
- Schedule an appointment for a research consultation with a reference librarian.
- For research consultations in education contact the Educational Resource Center (508-531-1304).
Critical Thinking in Citing and Evaluating Resources
- Citation Style GuidesExamples and information on citing sources in APA, MLA, and other formats.
- CopyrightUse this guide for information on Copyright basics, definitions, fair use, and U.S. copyright history.
- Primary SourcesUse this resource to help explain about primary resources.
- Scholarly Journals and Popular MagazinesUse this guide to support your teaching of the difference between scholarly and popular works.
MaxGuides
Maxwell Library has MaxGuides - subject guides, research strategies, and support, presented by the librarians. These guides provide access points for locating books, articles, and other resources.
Distance and Online Courses
- Open Education ResourcesThis guide provides you with OER Resources, Courses and Text.
Course Reserves and Video Streaming
- Course Reserve Request FormForm for requesting that the library consider purchasing a book, video, or other item for the Maxwell Library collection.
- Course ReservesThe Course Reserve Collection makes available high-demand, course-related materials for restricted use. It is located at the Circulation Desk on the first floor adjacent to the main,
- MAX Video Streaming ServiceMaxwell Library streams videos owned by the Maxwell Library and faculty members personal videos that fall within copyright guidelines.