Fall Workshops from the Architecture Library | Communications Center

Getting Started with Built Environment Research

Are you new to built environment research, starting a new degree program, or just beginning a project and not sure where to start? Then this workshop is for you! Learn how to get started with research topics in architecture, construction management, historic preservation, interior design, urban design, or urban planning. Tools covered will include OneSearch, article databases, interlibrary loan, and document delivery.

12:00-12:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 6

Architecture Library

12:00-12:30 p.m., Monday, September 12

Architecture Library

Crafting Expert Search Strategies for Built Environment Research

Become an expert in identifying effective keywords and crafting dynamic search strategies for research on the built environment. In this workshop we'll work up a plan for a topic and try out our search strategies in OneSearch and the Avery Index to Architectural Periodicals.

12:00-12:30 p.m., Thursday, September 22

Architecture Library

12:00-12:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 28

Online via Zoom

Finding Articles on the Built Environment

Learn effective search techniques and explore sources for scholarly, professional, or newspaper articles on topics in architecture, construction management, historic preservation, interior design, urban design, or urban planning.

12:00-12:30 p.m., Thursday, October 6

Architecture Library

12:00-12:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 12

Online via Zoom

Getting Started with Built Environment Research for Graduate Students

Are you new to Ball State or built environment research, starting a new degree program or just beginning a project and not sure where to start? Then this workshop is for you! Research resources covered will include OneSearch, article databases, interlibrary loan, and document delivery.

12:00-12:30 p.m., Thursday, September 8

Architecture Library

12:00-12:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 14

Online via Zoom

Organizing Your Research with Concept Mapping

Whether your research is for a paper, a presentation, or a creative project, concept mapping can help you stay on top of it. Learn more about this visual organizing method and explore how it can help refine your topic, identify the main areas of focus, and keep track of research resources. Bring paper and your favorite pen, pencil, or markers and give concept mapping a try!

12:00-12:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 20

Bracken Library Schwartz Learning Pod Room

12:00-12:30 p.m., Wednesday, September 21

Online via Zoom

Finding & Using Images in Papers and Creative Projects

When is it OK to use an image in a paper, thesis, artwork, or creative project, and when do you need to seek permission from the copyright holder? How do you cite an image? In this workshop we'll define "public domain" and "Creative Commons," discuss what counts as fair use, and describe best practices for image captions. We'll also highlight online collections where you can find high quality photography and images that are free to use.

12:00-12:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 27

Bracken Library Schwartz Digital Viewing Room

12:00-12:30 p.m., Wednesday, October 5

Online via Zoom