Teaching Resources
University Library Resources
Librarians and archivists can collaborate with teaching faculty to design research assignments and learning activities that emphasize critical thinking and promote effective research skills. We can also recommend methods and suggest ideas and approaches to scaffolding research skills throughout your syllabi.
Syllabus Statement
You can include a statement like the following to help your students find a librarian or archivist:
The University Library provides research support through online guides, chat, and direct assistance. You can contact a librarian for help or find a research guide at https://libguides.wlu.edu/researchsupport.
Research Guides
Online research guides support students in discovering discipline-related resources and learning research skills and concepts. Librarians often work with instructors to build guides tailored to specific courses.
Research Consultations
Librarians and archivists provide one-on-one and group research support in person or via email, phone, or Teams/Zoom.
Other Resources
Additional resources and services for faculty from the University Library
- Special Collections & ArchivesSpecial Collections and Archives at W&L collects, preserves, and makes accessible materials supporting the diverse teaching and research needs of our students, faculty, staff, and the greater community. Educational outreach and curricular support are core values.
- Interlibrary LoanLooking for materials that are not owned by the University Library? Use Interlibrary Loan to help you gain access to materials across the globe.
- Purchase Suggestion formSuggest a purchase (book, journal, or film) for the library's collection.