Formal Instruction
Research librarians will design a presentation for your class, addressing research tools and techniques needed for a specific class or assignment.
To request a library session, please fill out this form, or email infolit@hartford.edu at least one week prior to the class session, but no later. Contact the Research & Instruction Department (860.768.4142) if you have any questions.
- In person and Virtual Classes usually take place during a single class period.
- In person classes: usually take place in the Woods Family Center for Learning and Instruction classroom (L203C), which is equipped with a projector and 16 computers for students to use during the session. Extended or multiple sessions are possible.
- Virtual classes are available.
- Since students will have time during the class to use the resources, please provide a research assignment and at least a general topic to research.
To ensure a successful class:
- Attendance of instructor is required and active involvement in the session is requested.
- Instructors can ask the questions that students may not.
- Instructors provide guidance about the research assignments and can provide assistance to students during the practice time.
- Consult the Woods Family Center for Learning and Instruction policy for additional information.
Library Work Sessions
Faculty may request time for their students to engage in faculty-led research in the library as a group.
Please follow these guidelines when making arrangements:
- Contact the Research & Instruction Department (860.768.4142) or email infolit@hartford.edu a minimum of two working days in advance. Additional notice is recommended, as the number of classes exceeds capacity at certain times.
- Work sessions will be scheduled in the Woods Family Center for Learning and Instruction whenever possible. This facility has 16 computers.
- A librarian may be available for consultation and to provide assistance but not intensive instruction.
- Because of limited space, class meetings in the library without prior scheduling are not normally allowed.
Individual Instruction or Consultations
Library users may request individual instruction or research consultation sessions by contacting research librarians. Sessions are usually about 30 minutes and can be done in person, over phone, or virtually. Call 860.768.4142 or email library@hartford.libanswers.com for an appointment.