Libraries, Computing & Technology Training Program, Spring 2003
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LCTTP (Library Course Offerings for Spring 2003)
Introduction to MAGIC
Dates/Times: Thursday, Jan. 16th, 10-11
Tuesday, Feb. 18th, 2-3
Monday, March 3rd, 10-11
Wednesday, March 26th, 3-4
Instructor: Michael Lorenzen/Staff
Description: An introduction to basic searching and the enhanced features of MAGIC, the MSU Libraries' Online Catalog. Includes training on the new advanced options for keyword searching. Also learn how to search InMICH, the online union catalog of six libraries in the mid-Michigan area.
Location: Instruction Room – Basement
Cost: No Charge
Notes: Seating is limited. Please call 432-3533 to reserve a place.
Endnote
Dates/Times: Friday, Jan. 17th, 10:30-12
Friday, Feb. 7th, 10:30-12
Friday, Feb. 21st, 10:30-12
Friday, March 7th, 10:30-12
Friday, March 21st, 10:30-12
Friday, April 4th, 10:30-12
Friday, April 18th, 10:30-12
Friday, May 9th, 10:30-12
Instructor(s): Leslie Behm/Shawn Nicholson
Description: Learn how to use EndNote to
· Import and organize database searches
· Create bibliographies
· Search MSU's Online Catalog and other databases
Attendees may want to bring a floppy disk. A list of EndNote Filters is also available.
Location: Instruction Room – Basement
Cost: No Charge
Notes: Seating is limited. Please call 432-3533 to reserve a place.
Company/Industry Research
Date/Time: Friday. January 17th, 2-3
Friday, March 14, 2 -3
Instructor: Sue Shultz
Location: Room 22, Business Library
Cost: No Charge
Notes: Seating is limited. Please call 432-3533 to reserve a place.
Sources of Marketing Information
Date/Time: Friday, Feb. 14th, 2-3
Instructor: Shari Buxbaum
Description: Market research reports, demographic information, and trade publications will be presented.
Location: Room 22, Business Library
Cost: No Charge
Notes: Seating is limited. Please call 432-3533 to reserve a place.
Finding Academic Funding Electronically
Dates/Times: Friday, Feb. 14th, 9-10:30 a.m.
Friday, April 11th, 9-10:30 a.m.
Instructor: Jon Harrison
Description: Workshop will explore funding resources available over the world wide web or via campus networks. Will cover resources pertaining to undergraduate students, graduate students, postdocs, and faculty.
Location: Instruction Room - Basement
Cost: No Charge
Notes: Seating is limited. Please call 432-3533 to reserve a place.
Copyright for Internet Users
Date/Time: Monday, Feb. 3rd., 4-5
Instructor: Michael Seadle
Description: Information about copyright basics as they apply to the Internet, including what is protected, how to tell if something is protected and what is “fair use.” Sources of further copyright information will also be discussed.
Location: Main Library, South Conference Room, 4 West
Cost: No Charge
Notes: Seating is limited. Please call 432-3533 to reserve a place.
Finding Electronic Full-Text of Journal Articles
Dates/Times: Tuesday, Jan. 16th, 11:30-12
Thursday, Feb. 20th, 3-3:30
Friday, March 7th, 1-1:30
Instructor: Kate Corby
Description: Our full text access to journals comes from many sources, making it difficult to understand what is available and how to find it. This brief introduction should clarify the process for attendees.
Location: Instruction Room –Basement
Cost: No Charge
Notes: Seating is limited. Please call 432-3533 to reserve a place.
