Research Orientations to the Library of Congress
The "Research Orientation to the Library of Congress" session is designed as a basic introduction for researchers using the Library of Congress collections and resources. Each session includes an introduction to the Library's reading rooms and collections; guidelines on how to locate and request materials in a closed-stack library; suggestions on how to conduct research efficiently in the Library of Congress; instruction on how to use Library of Congress Subject Headings and other sources for searching accurately by subject; information on how to find published bibliographies and topical indexes in print and automated formats; information on using the Library's catalogs in card and online forms; procedures for finding citations to journal articles; and an overview of electronic resources, including subscription databases.
Research Orientations to the Library of Congress
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Prints & Photographs Virtual Orientation: Subject Indexing Pictures for All
Wed, Dec 16 • 3:00 PM EST
Free
Prints & Photographs Virtual Orientation: Subject Indexing Pictures for All
Tue, Dec 8 • 12:00 PM EST
Free
Prints & Photographs Virtual Orientation: Hispanic History and Culture
Wed, Oct 21 • 3:00 PM EDT
Free