Description:
In this two-hour
live online class, students will explore 20 of the best free online resources
available for reference work in art and art history. Students will learn about
online art resources librarians use to answer questions like “Where would I find
a definition of ‘patina?’” and “Can you tell me where to find the full story of
how Van Gogh cut off his own ear?” Students will then have the opportunity to
explore art reference resources further in an after-class exercise.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this class students will be able to:
- Identify online art
resources used by reference librarians
-
Use art resources
to answer specific questions
- Assist patrons with
art and art history questions more effectively
Contact Hours:
2 Contact Hours
Intended Audience:
Library staff with an interest or need to know more about art and art history resources available online
Notes:
Registrations for this class must be received at least one week before the class date. Registrants should receive an email offering detailed login and setup instructions. Please call the Educational Services Department at 800.999.8558 if you do not receive this email at least three days before the class. This course is designed for individual participation; each individual must register.
Time: All web-based classes are advertised in Eastern time.
Technical Requirements:
Please see the technical requirements for live online classes.
Associated Training Tracks:
20 Questions - Reference Resources
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Related Items:
This class is part of the Twenty Questions: Reference Resources Track. Other classes in this track are:
20 Questions: Ready Reference
20 Questions: U.S. Government Information
20 Questions: History Resources
20 Questions: Science Resources
20 Questions: Consumer Health Resources
Registration:
You may register for a class using one of two methods:
Online Ordering - you may register for a class by clicking on the "Schedule" tab, and then click on the "Register" link for one of the scheduled classes.
PDF Form - you may register by printing out the registration form and faxing it to LYRASIS.
