RESOURCE CENTRE MANUAL
HEALTHLINK WORLDWIDE
7.3 Introductory sessions and information skills
Some people may not know how to use materials in the resource centre. They
may not be aware of all the different formats of information that are available,
or they may not know how to use the catalogue or how to browse the shelves
using the classification system. An important role for resource centre staff is
therefore to help users develop skills in finding and using information,
including:
• finding materials – using the classification scheme and catalogue
• using contents lists and indexes
• taking notes and quoting sources
• knowing what to use materials for, such as:
• diagnosing, treating and giving advice on specific health problems
• as teaching tools
• to provide ideas for preparing health promotion sessions or making
teaching materials
• as a basis for workshop discussions
• to solve problems
• to assist with research or preparing an assignment.
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