Module 5: Using the Mt. SAC Library
Catalog
This tutorial will feature how to navigate through
the Mt. SAC Library catalog, how to use the Power Search feature
to refine searches, and how to locate the items retrieved by identifying
their location in the collection (Stacks, Reserves, Reference,
Online, etc.). This will provide students with the knowledge needed
to locate basic information on their topics and complete the second
step in the research process. To successfully complete this tutorial,
a student will score at least 8 out of 10 on the quiz at the end.
Approximate time to complete: 30
minutes
Measurable Objectives
Upon completing this tutorial, students will be able to:
Begin
Tutorial
Relevant ACRL Information Literacy Competency Standards
for Higher Education:
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2. The information literate student accesses
needed information effectively and efficiently.
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2.2.d. Constructs a search strategy using appropriate
commands for the information retrieval system selected (e.g.
Boolean operators, truncation, and proximity for search engines;
internal organizers such as indexes for books.)
- 2.2.e. Implements the search strategy in various information
retrieval systems using different user interfaces and search engines,
with different command languages, protocols, and search parameters.
- 2.3.b. "Uses various classification schemes and other systems
(e.g. call number systems or indexes) to locate information resources
within the library or to identify specific sitesfor physical exploration."
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