In LIS 520 we got our first taste of reference work, both in creating reference collections, and working with patrons for both simple and complex research. We looked at reference work throughout time, and the tools available to us as librarians today. This course focused only on adult reference, were I taking it today I would have tried to tailor the assignments to my interest in youth services.
Our first assignment was to write a review of a reference material. I chose a DK reference book on trees and their identification. The second assignment involved specific in-depth research for an individual to solve one of their information gaps. My father hates buying new cars and takes years trying to decide how to go about it. For the assignment I looked at what he was interested in, what he has done before and what he could try on his own.
Our final group project involved finding a specific user group and studying their needs. We then read reviews, reviewed materials, and developed a collection of 10 reference materials that would fit their needs. My group chose chocolatiers and had great fun researching their needs and materials. Here is that final paper.
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