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Library Workshops

Do you need to use the library for other assignments, but could use a quick lesson? Our workshops cover the following topics:

How to do library research.
Using APA style and citations.
Locating business and company information.
...And more!

For additional assistance, make a request for a research consultation!

Library Workshops Check the link for currently scheduled workshops that focus on certain information sources (such as a library database) or a topic (like plagiarism, APA style, or RefWorks).
Workshop Recordings Did you miss a workshop? See this page for workshop recordings.

The Research Process & Writing

Female Student Studying at Computer Do you need help with starting your assignment or with the research process? Check these links to get started.

Starting Research:

Research Checklist (FAU Libraries) Follow these broad steps to search for information, evaluate it, and integrate it into your written assignment.
Picking Your Topic is Research! This page by the North Carolina University Libraries quickly describes the research process and how to pick a topic.
FAU Libraries Video Tutorials Did you miss your library session, or do you need a refresher on how to use the catalog? Check this web page for tutorials on using the library catalog, your Owl Card, the FAU Libraries' basic library services, and more!

Writing & Citing:

APA Formatting and Style Guide This page from the Online Writing Center at Purdue University shows the general rules for APA style, and shows how to create citations and organize a paper.
MLA Formatting and Style Guide This page provides information on using MLA citation style and format, and is provided by the Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University.
How to Prepare an Annotated Bibliography This web page by the Olin & Uris Libraries at Cornell University defines what an annotated bibliography is and how to create one.
University Center for Excellence in Writing The University Center for Excellence in Writing provides a range of free support services and will help at any point in the writing process (i.e. brainstorming, drafting, revision) with papers for courses.

Ask A Librarian

The Research and Instructional Services Department provides help with using the library by chat, email, and phone! Appointments for a research consultation with a librarian are also available.