Suggested library syllabus language
(Longer version)
For research help, contact the Library! The Worcester State University Library, located on the second and third floors of the Learning Resource Center, provides access to print materials and items on course reserve in addition to a wide variety of full-text online resources including e-books, journal articles, newspapers, and magazines. In light of the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic, the physical Library may have limited hours and services. Please check this site for updates: https://libguides.worcester.edu/library_resources_services_during_COVID-19. If you are not able to be on campus, many Library resources and services are accessible online through the Library website: https://www.worcester.edu/library/. If you are unable to access an article or electronic book, please send an email to libaccessrpt@worcester.edu.
Articles and book chapters not available from the WSU Library may be obtainable from other libraries through Interlibrary Loan (ILL). With a little planning, ILL expands your ability to get credible sources about topics you pursue in your coursework. Learn more about ILL here: https://www.worcester.edu/Interlibrary-Loan-Desk/.
WSU librarians can help you identify research strategies, develop research questions, search for relevant and reliable information and data, select sources, and cite information. A librarian can virtually visit your class, meet with you online (one-on-one or in groups), and provide assistance via email, phone, videoconferencing, or chat. While every WSU Librarian is able to help students with projects in any discipline, each academic department has a designated librarian to support the research needs of the students in that department. Make an appointment here! https://libguides.worcester.edu/askus
(Shorter version)
Need to do research but don't know where to start? Searching for a book, article, or data to support your argument? Ask a librarian! Help is available via chat, email, phone, or by appointment. https://libguides.worcester.edu/askus In light of the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic, the physical Library may have limited hours and services. Please check this site for updates: https://libguides.worcester.edu/library_resources_services_during_COVID-19.
Other suggestions for items to include in your syllabus
1. Your Liaison Librarian's Contact Information
Liaison Librarians are designated for each academic department, center, and institute at WSU.
Students are welcome to contact the liaison librarians for any questions about research resources and library services.
2. The Link to Relevant Subject Guide
academic databases, books, journals or professional internet resources.
3. The Link to the library "Ask Us" Onsite/Online Service
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic, librarians are only available for virtual research help for the Fall 2020 semester.
4. The Link to the Library Research 101 Guide
Library Research 101 is an introductory guide designed for the students not familiar with information literacy.
The guide lists the following contents:
5. New Interlibrary Loan Service
EZ-Proxy is the way we use to authorize the access to library E-Resources from off-campus.
E-Resources include E-books, E-journals/magazines/newspapers and all of the subscription databases.