Library instruction develops students' critical inquiry in the context of library research and is available in many formats including face-to-face, EagleVision-Zoom, prerecorded videos, online modules, assignments, and research guides. To schedule a library instructions session, please fill out the request form below.
Library Instruction Sessions
Library instruction sessions are designed to provide students with the research skills they need to successfully find, retrieve, analyze, and use information. Both face-to-face (Daytona Beach campus only) and EagleVision-Zoom (Daytona Beach and Worldwide) sessions are available. Please allow at least 10 days lead time when making requests. Requests with a lead time of less than 10 days may have reduced instructional options or availability.
Instruction Menu
Overview of Library Resources
20-30 minutesThis class gives students an overview of resources available to them through the Hunt Library. Students will discover the learning objects created to enhance their library experience including Research Guides, Library Modules, webinars, and more. Students will also learn how to search EagleSearch, the discovery tool of the Hunt Library.
Discipline-Specific Resources
40-60 minutesThis class gives students an overview of resources available to them through the Hunt Library, and specific resources used in their discipline. Students will discover the learning objects created to enhance their library experience including Research Guides, Library Modules, webinars, and more. Students will also learn how to search EagleSearch, the discovery tool of the Hunt Library, as well as searching their discipline-specific databases.
Assignment Specific
40-60 minutesThis class gives students practical information to assist with completing an assignment. Students will discover the learning objects created to enhance their library experience including Research Guides, Library Modules, webinars, and more. Using the parameters of the assignment, students will learn how to utilize the Hunt Library to complete it.Literature Reviews
40-60 minutesThis class gives students an overview of conducting a Literature Review using the Hunt Library. Students will discover the learning objects created to enhance their library experience including Research Guides, Library Modules, webinars, and more. Students will also learn how to search EagleSearch, the discovery tool of the Hunt Library, as well as discipline-specific databases. Students will be presented tips and tricks to effectively conduct their literature review, including how to successfully manage the resources they find.
Evaluating Sources for Quality
40-60 minutesThis in-depth class gives students the tools needed to effectively evaluate the results of their searches. In addition to discovering the learning objects created to enhance their library experience students will learn how to search effectively. Using the SIFT method, students will learn to evaluate results for quality.
Evaluating Sources for Substance
40-60 minutes
This in-depth class gives students the tools needed to effectively evaluate the results of their searches. Students will explore learning objects created to enhance their searching and evaluation skills. Using live searches, students will learn to evaluate results for the most appropriate resources for their paper.
Primary Sources
40-60 minutesThis in-depth class gives students the tools needed to effectively evaluate the results of their searches. Students will explore learning objects created to enhance their searching and evaluation skills. Using live searches, students will learn to evaluate results for the most appropriate resources for their paper.
Additional things to teach:
Library Assignment Design
Research Librarians frequently assist in the design or revision of research assignments. We also provide a Faculty Toolkit for Research Paper Alternatives.
Schedule a one-on-one consultation or contact your Library Liaison for more assistance.
Self-Service Resources
Library Basic Training Online Tutorial
The Hunt Library's Library Basic Training is designed to provide students with a library instruction opportunity similar to classroom instruction. The tutorial introduces students to the services available, teaches them how to use EagleSearch, demonstrates how to access our databases, and provides the steps for requesting items from the Hunt Library. Visit the Library Basic Training page for more detailed information about the course.
Evaluating Sources
The Hunt Library's Evaluating Sources is an online tutorial designed to familiarize students with the criteria used to determine the credibility and reliability of sources used in the research process.
Research Guides
Research Guides are designed to help researchers locate the best resources by subject, topic, or research need for your assignments or course projects. Available 24/7, research guides assist researchers at their point of need and can be easily embedded into any Canvas course. Content in the guides include search tips & tricks, article databases, books, data sources, statistics, images, policies, and more. To request a new research guide, please use the Research Guide Request form.
Video Tutorials
Our video tutorials provide help with learning how to perform specific tasks using the library’s different resources and services.
On-Demand Webinars
The Hunt Library offers a variety of opportunities for incorporating research and critical thinking skills into your course or curriculum including live and on-demand webinars.