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INFO 210-01 Introduction to Searching for and Evaluating Information
Instructor: Brittany Butler, brittany.butler@csueastbay.edu
Wednesdays 11:00 AM-11:50 AM
Modality: Synchronous online
Theme: Gentrification in the Bay Area
Description: Covers the process of developing a focused research question from a topic of your choice, translating that question into a sophisticated search strategy to find appropriate information sources, and finally learning methods to evaluate the information sources you find.

INFO 210-02 Introduction to Searching for and Evaluating Information
Instructor: Lee Adams, lee.adams@csueastbay.edu
7 wk first part,
Modality: Asynchronous online
Description: Choose any topic that interests you to go through the library research process! The course will cover the process of developing a focused research question based on your topic, translating that question into a sophisticated search strategy to find appropriate information, and finally learning methods to evaluate the information (books, articles, websites, videos, etc.) that you find.

2 courses are being taught in the Spring Semester that are part of the Information Studies department's new minor: Critical Information Studies Minor:

INFO 390 Scholarly Communication & Knowledge Creation
Instructor: Daisy Muralles, daisy.muralles@csueastbay.edu
Hybrid three in person classes
T/Th 11-12:15
Description: This course is an overview of library research methods emphasizing: history and context of scholarly communication; effectively reading, evaluating, and synthesizing scholarly publications; appropriately selecting and using data collected using different methods; limitations, strengths, and aims of methods; identifying methods used in scholarly communication.

INFO 310-01 Sustainability and Information Literacy; Meets Social Science Upper Division GE and Sustainability Overlay. Elective for the Information Studies and Sustainability Minors.
Instructor: Sharon Radcliff, sharon.radcliff@csueastbay.edu
Tues-Thursday 9:30-10:45
Synchronous online
Description: This course will critically examine how culture and sociopolitical power dynamics influences the debate around sustainability, and its impact in three main areas: the environment, social equity, and the economy and develop strategies for evaluating information and producing sound arguments on sustainability topics within the context of conflicting viewpoints.

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Creating Seamless Research Assistance within Canvas

For the Spring semester the Library has implemented a new feature to assist students in their research. Within each course shell in Canvas, a student can find a link to a Library Guide that suggests resources (books, article databases, videos and other materials) to help them write their papers, answer discussion board inquiries, and even prepare for their presentations.For example, if a student is in INFO 310, when they go into the Canvas course shell for that class, they will find a new link in the left hand column: Library Guide (pictured below). By clicking on that link, students can find help in using various Library resources. The link will lead them to the best places to get articles about Sustainability, statistics that may support their research, the name and picture of the subject librarian who can help them get started or provide more in-depth information, and several other valuable links.We hope you will try it yourself and if we can add something you think would help students, please offer suggestions! Contact Jiannan Wang (jiannan.wang@csueastbay.edu)....

Library Newsletter: Workshops, Exhibits, Research Assistance in Canvas, and More

January 22, 2025 EditionFrom the Dean of Libraries, Kristin HartDuring my first semester, I have been fortunate to meet with many of the University's dedicated faculty, staff and students who are also some of the biggest fans of our University Libraries.They all love the CORE! And, they are eager to work with our Library faculty and staff to continue making this building the bustling heart of East Bay.More specifically, we heard from our student workers that the CORE is doing great as a resource, but still could use some help in defining more quiet spaces for study, more signage, and more publicity about its services. From our student government (ASI) we heard that it would be helpful to our commuter students if we had a place to nap between classes. And, from our daily patrons we were urged to extend hours and provide more programming.Happily, we are already at work responding to many of these suggestions. On the 2nd floor, we are adding a snooze lounge with a nap pod, zero gravity chairs and other items to make a cozy and inviting space for students who need a place to rest on campus. In addition, the Core building will now open at 7:30 a.m. from Monday-Friday. And, our Librarians will be offering additional sessions for everyone on how to use our databases, citation formats, and creating annotated bibliographies.Stay tuned! We will be trying to share the news about our services more broadly and we will continue to seek your input. Together we will keep growing a great university resource.Workshops, Games, and Study Breaks at the Library!Check out all the great events that are happening at the Library this semester and please share them with your students!Mondays, 12:00-1:30pm in CORE 338Join us on Mondays to learn more about citations, research sources, and more:Jan 27 MLA Citations 101Feb 3 APA Citations 101Feb 10 Literature Review vs. Annotated BibliographyFeb 17 ASA Citations 101Feb 24 Using the Citation Tool in Google DocsMar 3 Deep Dive: Newspaper SourcesMar 10 Finding Statistics with StatistaMar 17 Deep Dive: Science Research SourcesMar 24 Integrating Sources into Your WritingApr 7 Deep Dive: Primary SourcesApr 14 TBDApr 21 MLA Citations 101Apr 28 APA Citations 101May 5 Ask Us Anything: Research EditionMay 12 Last Minute Questions and Study BreakTeachable Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00pm in CORE 338Tabletop Games! Come learn and play board games. Then browse our collection of games on the first floor of the library that you can checkout and take home to play!Thursdays, 10:30am-12:00pm in CORE 338Join us for some fun and a study break. We'll have various crafts, trivia days, and more throughout the semester.Jan 30Feb 27Mar 13Apr 24May 1, 8, & 15Monthly Game Days, Thursdays, 1:00-4:00pm in CORE 338Join us for our monthly, tabletop (aka board game) day!Jan 30Feb 20Mar 27Apr 24Creating Seamless Research Assistance within CanvasFor the Spring semester the Library has implemented a new feature to assist students in their research. Within each course shell in Canvas, a student can find a link to a Library Guide that suggests resources (books, article databases, videos and other materials) to help them write their papers, answer discussion board inquiries, and even prepare for their presentations.For example, if a student is in INFO 310, when they go into the Canvas course shell for that class, they will find a new link in the left hand column: Library Guide (pictured below). By clicking on that link, students can find help in using various Library resources. The link will lead them to the best places to get articles about Sustainability, statistics that may support their research, the name and picture of the subject librarian who can help them get started or provide more in-depth information, and several other valuable links.We hope you will try it yourself and if we can add something you think would help students, please offer suggestions! Contact Jiannan Wang (jiannan.wang@csueastbay.edu).Exhibits and Upcoming EventsDon't miss the wonderful exhibit in the CORE main lobby, Buried Lives, which reveals the crucial role Chinese laborers played in constructing the San Leandro Reservoir. The display features artifacts that shed light on the workers' experiences, from tools and dishware to game pieces and animal bones. It also explores the anti-Chinese sentiment of the era, providing a window into the challenges and resilience of these laborers.Congratulations to the students in ANTH 377 (Fall 2024) & to the CE Smith Museum at Cal State East Bay for creating an eye opening and well designed exhibit.Other upcoming events in the CORE: book talks by College of Education faculty member Katherine Strom and local author John Machado, an all-night Hackathon in the Entrepreneurship Space, and more exhibits in the main lobby and other areas of the CORE. Want to suggest or create an exhibit in the Library? Fill out the Exhibits Interest Form here: https://library.csueastbay.edu/exhibitsGiving Day is Coming!While we hope giving to the Library is not confined to one day, we trust you will be on the look-out for Giving Tuesday, which the University will celebrate on Tuesday, March 4th. The Library would appreciate donations of any size which we will use to continue improving the resources, technology and services we make available to students, faculty and staff 24x7. Thinking of making a significant gift to help us continue to grow? Please contact Austin.Rojan@csueastbay.edu of University Development.Follow us on Instagram | Donate...

Free Spring Course Textbooks – Available at the Library!

Did you know? The Library offers FREE access to textbooks for many courses!📚 Print Textbooks: Borrow them from the Check Out Desk on the 1st floor of the CORE Building.📖 E-Textbooks: Access them instantly via links in the library catalog (OneSearch).Not sure if your course textbooks are available?✅ Check the Course Reserves (Textbooks) list (organized by course name) or search the title in OneSearch.Got questions? Our librarians are here to help 24/7 via the library's chat service. Don't miss out—save money and make the most of this fantastic resource!...

Borrow a Great Read or Game for the Break!

Happy End of the Fall Semester! Check out a great read from our Popular Reading, DIY Success, Zine, Graphic Novel, or Children's Collections to or a Board Game for the Winter Break! We've extended the loan period for all these collections so they won't be due back to the library until the first week of Spring Semester. Come on over an borrow something fun to read or play as you curl up by the fire with some hot cocoa over the break! ...

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