Reference and Readers’ Advisory
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Pre-Class Homework
Watch one or both of the example Reference/Readers' Advisory Interviews:
Review the following reference sources. Think of other reference or community resources that might be helpful at your library.
Begin filling out the 5x5 Book Challenge. Bring this to class to get suggestions to finish filling it out, and be prepared to share reading suggestions with others.
PowerPoint
Handouts
5 Finger Rule - for beginning readers
Online Resources
Reference Interview Resources
ALA guidelines for conducting successful reference interviews
OK211 Community Resources Database
Example Reference Interview Questions
Readers' Advisory Resources
Appeal Factors
The Secret Language of Books: A Guide to Appeal