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A presentation for postgraduate users of Royal Holloway Libraries.
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Welcome to the Library at Royal Holloway
Induction:
“An initial experience, an exposure that introduces one to
something previously mysterious or unknown”
Webster’s International Dictionary
When can I come to the
Library?
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When can I come to the Library?
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Are books for different subjects in different libraries?
Are books for different subjects in different libraries?
Bedford
Founder’s
Criminology, Economics, Geography, History, International Relations, Management, Politics, Philosophy, Religion, Sciences, Social Work
Cinema, Classics, Fine Arts, Literature, Media Arts, Modern Languages, Music, Theatre
How do I find books on my reading list?
How do I find books on my reading list?
Use Library Search:http://www.rhul.ac.uk/library
What if I am away for the weekend and don’t renew or bring the stuff back on time?
What if I don’t renew or bring the
stuff back on time? Normal Loan 20p per day One Week Loan 40p per dayThree Day 40p per dayShort Loan 80p per hourRolling Loan (DVDs) 50p per hour
What can I do in the Library?
What can I do in the Library?
Study spaces
Computer access
Printing
Group study facilities
Videos and DVDs
Books & Journals
Newspapers
Photocopying
How do I borrow and return books?
How do I borrow and return books?
Use the Self Issue machines
How many books can I borrow?
How many books can I borrow?20 books at a time
• 3 from the Short Loan Collection
• Use self-issue
• Items must be returned / renewed on or before the due date
Remember to issue everything to yourself before leaving the library
Your receipt shows when the items must be renewed or returned
How long can I keep them?
BooksShort loan = 24 hours - level 23 or 7 day & 3 week – level 5
How long can I keep items for?
How long can I keep them?
BooksShort loan = 24 hours - level 23 or 7 day & 3 week – level 5
How long can I keep them for?
Normal Loan 6 weeks
One Week Loan 1 week
Three Day Loan 3 days
Short LoanMonday to Friday: 11am - 4pm same day. 4pm - 11am next day.Weekend: 4pm Friday - 11am Monday
Rolling Loans (some DVDs) 24 hours
Journals 3.30pm-11am next day
Where can I find material for my subject?
None of the books I
need are on the shelf,
how do I get hold of
copies?
None of the books I need are on the
shelf, how do I get hold of copies?
Place a hold
More Books
Can I check what books I’ve borrowed and renew them?
Can I check what books I’ve borrowed and renew them?
• Check your account online
• On the Self issue machines
I’ve forgotten my laptop what can I do?
I’ve forgotten my laptop what can I do?
•Borrow one from the self-service
laptop lockers in Bedford
or at the Helpdesk in Founders
•Wifi throughout the building
•Laptop support in the library
My friend’s e-mailed me a
photo of the party last night.
Where can I print it out?
My friend’s e-mailed me a photo
of the party last night.
Where can I print it out?Bedford Library level 2:• A number of black & white MFDs• Two colour MFDsFounder's Library ground floor• Several black & white MFDs• One colour MFD
A charge is made for all printing, which is carried out via your Computer Centre Printing Account. You must have sufficient funds in order to print.
Singe sided Double Sided
A4 A3 A4 A3
Black & white
5p 9p 7p 9p
Colour 18p 36p 18p 36p
We’re doing a presentation where can we practice?
Book Group Study Rooms
o tlc@bedford level 2
o Bedford level 3
o Founders Library
We’re doing a presentation where can we practice?
Do I get more help, or is this it?
Do I get more help, or is this it?
•Subject Guides
•Information Skills Sessions
•Helpdesk
•Moodle
•Your Information Consultant
