Library Orientation & Instruction

Poynter Library provides a variety of library instruction opportunities which are designed to help library users become familiar with the resources and services available in Poynter Library:

Students

Tutorials
Topics include how to use the USF Libraries online catalog and related databases and information sources, how to conduct research, and the evaluation of materials. Sessions are held in Room 218 on a walk-in basis. For topics, days and times click on Calendar.

Research Assistance Program (RAP)
If you would like individualized instruction or help with a special project sign-up forms are available at the Reference Desk, or see the RAP Request Form for details.

Faculty

Classroom Instruction
Faculty members who would like to provide library instruction for a particular class are invited to contact the library to request an instruction session. Such a session would focus on the specific subject area requested by the faculty member and include an introduction to the USF Libraries online catalog, appropriate subject databases, and/or other related information sources. Evaluation of materials, plagiarism and bibliographic styles are included. Instruction sessions take place in the library electronic instruction classroom (Room 218) and can be scheduled during a normal class meeting period or at another time convenient for the students. Supporting handouts are usually available.

To schedule a classroom instruction session, please contact Tina Neville at neville@nelson.usf.edu or call 727-873-4180.