In this workshop, you will:

• use 'Quick Find' and the Library Catalog to find books and encyclopedias
• evaluate books and encyclopedia articles to decide if they will suit your needs
  

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Why would you use books and encyclopedias?

Think about or discuss why books and encyclopedias may be better or more reliable than some other sources of information. Infoasis Module 3 has more information for those who'd like to know more.

How to find them

The library catalog and online for encyclopedias such as Britannica Online or Wikipedia
(links from the library web site will be helpful)

VIEW the following MOVIE [4min] to learn about Quick Find and our Library Catalog, and how to use them well to find books for your research

ACTIVITY - Now it's your turn to check the Library Catalog!

Print off this activity sheet for exploring our library catalog, and complete it using your own assignment question.