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Orientation and Instruction

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Which library should I use? Helps students determine which of the U of M's 30 different subject libraries to use. Getting to the U of M Libraries View campus maps, parking and bus information. Tours of U of M Libraries Take a walking tour or a virtual tour of a campus library. Borrowing Policies All students need to know about borrowing books, magazines and journals. Services to library users with disabilities The U of M Libraries are accessible to all of its patrons. Learn about access and services. Frequently asked questions Do your students have questions about the U of M Libraries? See if it's already been answered in this FAQ. For K-12 teachers Resources for For K-12 teachers who want to bring their classes to the U of M Libraries.	QuickStudy Students can learn how to do research using this step-by-step tutorial. Or, they can start their research by selecting a Subject. You can even request a customized guide for your course: CourseLib: Library Resources for your Course. Library workshops Require a basic library workshop (such as one in the Unravel the Library series) to ensure your students have basic research skills. Handouts to download Download library handouts such as "Popular vs. scholarly," "Locating Material Listed in MNCAT" and more. Meet with a librarian Meet with your subject area liaison librarian to work through assignment ideas and for customized course support. Course support for classroom instructors Learn about more of our instructional services. Overview of the user education program Includes our educational mission and information about information literacy. Twin Cities-area library classes and workshops Public library systems and local colleges in the area also offer library workshops. See what's available.
Questions or Comments? Lynne Beck 612-626-2268, l-beck@umn.edu	Questions or Comments? Jerilyn Veldof 612-624-1529, jveldof@umn.edu