Library - Faculty Support
Please stop by and visit your library and let us know what we can do for you and your students. The following is a list of some of our services.
Library Workshops
Six one-hour free workshops are scheduled during the semester to instruct students how to use computer resources to improve their class-related research. The workshops cover Research Strategies, Searching for Books, Locating Journal and Newspaper Articles, Internet Basics, Advanced Internet, MLA Format.
Please remind your students to pre-register for the workshops at the reference desk. A complete description of each workshop and the workshop schedule are posted at http://www.lamission.edu/library/workshops.aspx
Library Tours and Assignment Specific Library Instruction
If the workshops do not meet your needs, you may schedule a tour or an assignment specific orientation by contacting the reference desk at 818-364-7600 ext.7105. We require 7 days notice along with a copy of the assignment; instructors are encouraged to attend.
Reference Services
A reference librarian is available to help find information and provide instruction in the use of the library either to groups or individuals. You may want to check with the reference librarian to see if the library has resources to support your assignment. 818-364-7600 ext. 7105
Study Aids
We have prepared several study aids which are available to students free. They cover such topics as how to make an outline, citing sources using MLA and APA format, avoiding plagiarism, career information, communicating with legislators, etc.
Databases--available 24/7
Find books, articles in periodicals and newspapers and reference information online. Visit the library to obtain User IDs and Passwords for accessing databases from home. http://www.lamission.edu/library/resources.aspx
Books
The collection includes more than 80,000 titles, 5,000 electronic books (NetLibrary) and 150 electronic reference books (Gale Virtual Reference Library).
Visit the library to obtain a User ID and Password for accessing Gale Virtual Reference Library from home. To access NetLibrary from home you must first set up a NetLibrary account on a computer at Mission College.
Inter-Library Loan
If a book you need is not available at this library, you can request it from a library within the LACC District. Make your request with the reference librarian, and expect the item(s) to arrive no sooner than 1 week from day of request.
Recommend books and other materials for purchase
We have very little money for books, periodicals and media this year but we have some and we welcome your suggestions for purchase.
Study Rooms
Several study rooms are available for student use. Groups have priority over individuals, and rooms are available on a first-come, first served basis—no reservations.
Video Conference Room
The Video Conference Room (capacity 14) can be scheduled for a video conference or for discipline and campus meetings by placing a request for the room at least 5 days in advance through the Event Management System. You are required to have an account to use the system. Information is available on the website for creating an account and using the Event Management system. http://calendar.lamission.edu/
NOTE: Room use is limited to library hours. Video conferences have priority over other uses.
Computers
Computers located in the Library (top floor) provide access to word processing, the internet, newspaper and magazine databases and other online resources.
Computer Lab
To schedule LRC 234 or LRC 205 to instruct faculty or students in the use of computer resources, place a request for the room at least 5 days in advance through the Event Management System. You are required to have an account to use the system. Information is available on the website for creating an account and using the Event Management system. http://calendar.lamission.edu/
What you can do to help your students and library
- Place a copy of your textbook on reserve in the Library and let your students know that it’s there. Your students will be grateful!
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If you use reading lists in your classes, please send us a copy so that we can make as much of the material available as possible.
Reference Desk
818-364-7600 ext. 7105