This document outlines 7 actions for becoming a library power user: 1) Know your subject librarian, 2) Check and update your library credentials and resources, 3) Exploit the library's discovery ecosystem for research, 4) Know how to find known items, 5) Familiarize yourself with library spaces, 6) Use the library for teaching as well as learning, and 7) Orient yourself to the library website. It emphasizes starting early, being patient, never giving up, asking questions, and developing a relationship with your subject librarian to fully utilize the library's resources.
9. Discover@ Kent State
KentLINK
OhioLINK
SearchOhio
Database Content
InterlibraryLoan
Open Source / Web Content
Exploit your Discovery Ecosystem
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19. Open 24 x 5
Schedulable Study Rooms
Presentation Practice
Quiet and Group Study Spaces
3D printing
Flexible spaces (Fab Fourth)
Active space (Walk Station, Exercise Bike)
Convenience (Charging Stations, Microwaves,
Vending, Storage Lockers)
Familiarize Yourself with Library Spaces
25. Use the Library to Teach
As Well as to Learn
Reserves / E-Reserves
Copyright Services
Library Instruction
Meet with a Librarian
Library Spaces / Classrooms
Special Collections & Archives /
Primary Sources