Research 101: Mastering the Library

In this introduction to research, corny teen co-hosts Aaron and Megan outline for students the importance and benefits of using library resources, stressing the advantages of access to wide-ranging materials, the ability to pinpoint specific information, and the option of asking for assistance from the reference desk. A fine tool for students who need to learn useful and time-saving strategies for getting the most essential and accurate information when working on assignments or projects, this timely program also warns viewers about the questionable reliability of some of the resources found on the Internet. Reference materials (including subject dictionaries, handbooks, almanacs, microfiche and primary sources) are defined and students are shown various ways in which specific resources might be used. Overall, this program offers a solid introduction to what a majority of the target audience might consider a fairly dreary subject. Recommended. Aud: J, H. (J. Williams)