Information Commons

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Information Commons

Information Services Desk - Reference Help

Reference Collection

Computing

Software

Printing

Instruction Lab

Project Rooms

For more information call (309) 556-3350.

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	Information Services Desk Consult with library faculty for any type of research assistance or questions you may have. Library Faculty Hours in the Information Commons Monday - Thursday: 9am - 12am, 1pm - 5pm, 6pm - 10pm Friday: 9am - 5pm Sunday: 11am - 10pm Library users are welcome to make appointments in advance with the library faculty member who specializes in the appropriate subject area (Library Liaison) or are welcome to simply visit or phone (x3350) the Information Services Desk or ask a question by email. Get help from Student Assistants in navigating the library's physical collection, as well as the ever-growing world of electronic information. Student Assistant Hours in the Information Commons Monday - Thursday: 8am - 1:30am Friday: 8am - 10pm Sunday: 11am - 1:30am

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	Reference Collection The Ames Library reference collection can be used to: locate background information on a topic get statistical data learn about a company supplement an in-class reading learn about a new concept introduced in class Reference contains a large collection of specialized encyclopedia, statistical information, and resources to lead you to quality resources and a better understanding of new ideas.

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	Computing Information Commons has 50 PC workstations that are equipped with: Windows 2000 Zip 250 Drive CD/DVD Player Floppy Drive Headphones Flat Screen Monitor Full access to the campus network More information on technology and media services in the library.

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	Software The workstations in Information Commons feature: Productivity Software: Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Publisher, FrontPage etc... Internet Tools: Netscape Communicator, Internet Explorer, FTP, Telnet Research: Procite, ..... Additional software is installed on computers throughout The Ames Library.

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	Printing Located in the Information Commons area are: 4 duplex (double-sided) laser printers 2 inkjet color printers Please help us save our natural resources and reduce our costs - remember to print double sided to save paper.

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	Instruction Lab The Instruction Lab is available for library classroom instruction. It is: located adjacent to the Information Commons on the entry level. equipped with 26 individual workstations with application & research software. available for general use when the lab is not being used for instruction purposes. equipped with projection capability and media equipment to fully integrate educational technology. To schedule the Lab for instruction sessions, please contact the Information Services Desk, (309) 556-3350, or your Library Liaison.

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	Project Rooms You can reserve one of the three project rooms to: meet with a group for collaborative work work on a large white board use the computer with network connection project your presentation watch a video or DVD Reservations may be made in advance at the Information Services Desk, located on the entry level, or by calling (309) 556-3350.

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Last revised: July 31, 2003