1) She explained how to use the school library catalog called Destiny to search for and locate books in the school library using keywords, and to check the call number and publication date. 2) She reviewed how to use online databases like Gale PowerSearch and Opposing Viewpoints through links on the library homepage to find information on various topics using keywords and to filter results. 3) She had participants discuss the pros and cons of using print books versus online sources for research and to think of keywords for their topics.

1. Ms. Doyle, District Librarian

2. Please get ready to take notes
Write down words and
phrases in red
At the end of presentation,
you will have notes A-F

3. A. Objectives:
By the end of this presentation, you will know
how to
1. Use Destiny (our library catalog) to locate a
book in the school library
2. Use databases to find information on your
topic

4. B. Find a book
1. School Home Page
2. Library

5. 3. Search DESTINY

6. Use just 1-3 words on your issue, NOT your whole question.
•“homelessness”
•NOT “homeless teens in Florida what problems do they have”
Try different words to find the best one for your search.

7. Think about your research topic.
Brainstorm at least 3 keywords you
could use in your search. Write the
keywords in your notes now.

8. Check
date to
make sure
book is not
too old, or
sort by
date
Click
Details to
find out
more

9. Write down
call number
to find book
in library
Also click
topics under
Explore!

11. Take about 30 seconds to talk with the person
next to you about the following questions.
1. Why might using a print book be better than
using the Internet or a database for this
project?
2. Why might online sources be better?

12. Find
database
links on
library
home
page
1.Gale
PowerSearch
2. Opposing
Viewpoints

16. Thumbs up or thumbs down…
1. Drug abuse
2. Soldiers in World War II
3. Gun violence
4. Finding out more about the author of a book
5. Biographical information about Abraham Lincoln
6. Obesity or eating disorders
7. Bullying or cyberbullying
8. The country of Argentina

18. Includes
reference
books,
magazines,
newspapers,
and much
more

19. Notice Content Types:
Books show up in first search,
but you can switch to
academic journals,
magazines, etc.
Related Subjects: Click these
to narrow your search!
Document Types:
Narrow your search (to just
articles, for example)

23.  In your notes (E), write one thing you learned
today
 In your notes (F), write one question you still
have
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