First Thursday General Research Orientation [Evenings]
Thu 2
April 2020
6:30 PM
- 8:00 PM
Ended
The "RESEARCH ORIENTATION TO THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS" course is
designed as a basic introduction for RESEARCHERS USING THE LIBRARY OF
CONGRESS COLLECTIONS AND RESOURCES. Each session includes an
introduction to the Library's reading rooms and collections;
guidelines on how to locate and request materials in a closed-stack
library; suggestions on how to conduct RESEARCH EFFICIENTLY IN THE
LIBRARY OF CONGRESS; instruction on how to use Library of Congress
Subject Headings and other sources for searching accurately by
subject; information on how to find published bibliographies and
topical indexes in print and automated formats; information on using
the Library's catalogs in card and online forms; procedures for
finding citations to journal articles; and an overview of electronic
resources, including subscription databases.Please note that the
maximum class size is 30 researchers.
Individuals requiring ADA accommodations for any of these events must
submit a request at least five business days in advance by contacting
(202) 707-6362 or ADA@LOC.GOV.
Patrons are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes prior to the ORIENTATION.
Seating is available on a FIRST-come basis. Registration does not
guarantee entry after the orientation start time.
To enter the Jefferson Building after 5 p.m., please use the Second
Street, SE, Entrance
[https://www.loc.gov/visit/maps-and-floor-plans/thomas-jefferson-building/ground-floor/]
for Researchers.
For more information, please
visit: http://www.loc.gov/rr/main/inforeas/orient.html
[http://www.loc.gov/rr/main/inforeas/orient.html]
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Main Reading Room, First Floor, LJ-139B
Thomas Jefferson Building, Washington, 20540, DC, US