• The mob scene.
    Avoid asking an entire class to look for one piece of information, research one topic, or rely on one particular resource. This stretches library resources too thin.
  • Old resources.
    Check the LBCC online catalog or consult a librarian to ensure that resources are current and appropriate for an assignment.
  • Incorrect or incomplete citations.
    Check the LBCC online catalog or consult a librarian to verify the bibliographic information of an item.
  • The scavenger hunt.
    Roaming around the library looking for trivia is not research and tends to frustrate students.