Strong research skills are central to your success in INFO 200. Throughout the semester you’ll be exploring scholarly literature, investigating the information behaviors of your chosen community, and preparing a culminating research paper. The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library provides extensive services and resources to support your learning.
The links below highlight the most important entry points for INFO 200 students. You’ll see some of these resources again in Module 2, when we focus on research strategies, so it’s worth getting familiar with them now.
King Library Homepage
The main gateway to all library services, including the catalog, databases, e-resources, and technology support. Log in with your SJSU credentials to access resources anywhere, anytime.
INFO 200 Course Guide
This guide was created specifically for INFO 200 and should be your starting point for all research assignments. It gathers relevant databases, journals, and strategies for studying information communities and information behavior.
Library & Information Science Subject Page
A hub for iSchool students across all courses. It connects you with LIS databases, e-journals, and professional resources you’ll use throughout the program.
Chat with a Librarian
Need help right now? Use this service to chat live with a librarian. Support is available during most library hours, and you can also schedule appointments for deeper help.
Library & Information Science Subject Specialist – Silke Higgins
Silke Higgins is your dedicated subject librarian for LIS. Contact her directly if you’d like expert help with refining your research topic, developing effective search strategies, etc…
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