April 2008 – Learning

Adult Learning

In addition to the programs listed below, the Library can provide customised learning programs for groups, designed to meet your needs. To find out more, call 03 8664 7554.

New user’s guide to the Library

Learn to become an efficient and independent user of the Library’s services and collections, including the online catalogue.
Time: Sessions available Mon–Fri, 10am–5pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: 03 8664 7554
Free

Finding newspapers online

Learn how to find current and historical articles from Australian and overseas newspapers, using the Library’s extensive range of newspaper databases.
Time: Tues 8 April, 10.30–11.30am
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

More than Google

Learn how to refine your internet searches to locate information quickly and effectively, using popular search engines.
Time: Thurs 17 April, 11am–12noon
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

Finding book reviews and author biographies

Learn how to find reviews of literary fiction and non-fiction titles, as well as author biographies, by accessing a multitude of online and print resources.
Time: Thurs 17 April, 3–4pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

Finding Australian company information

Learn how to use key resources at the Library to find financial information about Australian companies.
Time: Mon 21 April, 3–4pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

Building your research skills

Learn about the research process and how to sort through the huge range of information available. Bring along your research question, if you have one.
Time: Thurs 24 April, 10.30–11.30am
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: 03 8664 7555 or learning@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

Programs for Schools

The Education Programs Unit offers tours, workshops and specialised learning activities on weekdays during school terms. For bookings and inquiries, call 03 8664 7555 or email education@slv.vic.gov.au.

The Medieval Imagination: Free teachers’ preview

(Wed 9 April, 5.30–7.30pm)
Teachers are invited to enjoy a guided tour of this magnificent exhibition and receive a free teacher resource kit. The evening will conclude with supper and wine. Book early, as places are limited.

Talking Pictures with Shaun Tan

(Wed 30 April, 10–11am or 1–2pm)
Join author-illustrator Shaun Tan for a one-hour session exploring the ideas and images behind his award-winning graphic novel The Arrival and other works.
Years 4–10, $4 per student, Village Roadshow Theatrette (Entry 3, La Trobe Street)

Library orientation tour

This popular tour is an ideal way for students to engage with the impressive spaces and history of the Library. Highlights include the famous domed La Trobe Reading Room and the superb Cowen Gallery with its display of historic artworks. On a more practical level, the tour will introduce students to the Library’s extensive information resources.
All year levels, 45 minutes, $3 per student

The Medieval Imagination: Exhibition tour for school groups

Students will view a demonstration of how illuminated manuscripts were made and discuss what they tell us about medieval life, then be guided through this magnificent landmark exhibition.
All year levels, 1 hour, $4 per student

The changing face of Victoria: Exhibition tour for school groups

Students will be guided in the exhibition to develop an understanding of the arrival of white settlers in Victoria, and of the land's earlier inhabitants. They will view Ned Kelly’s original armour and discover unique Melbourne stories.
All year levels, 1 hour, $4 per student

Mirror of the World: Exhibition tour for school groups

In the exhibition Mirror of the World: books and ideas, students will discover the evolution of printing, book production and design. Highlights include Audubon’s magnificent Birds of America and superb rare books and literary classics from the 13th to the 21st centuries.
All year levels, 1 hour, $4 per student

Medieval calligraphy workshop

Following a demonstration of manuscript production and a tour of the exhibition The Medieval Imagination, students will be introduced to the art of calligraphy and make their own ‘illuminated manuscript’ page to take home.
Years 5–8, 2 hours, $8 per student)

Make your own book

In this inspiring workshop, students will see books of many sizes and formats displayed in the exhibition Mirror of the World: books and ideas, and will then create their own book in an accordion or pamphlet-stitch style, using templates provided.
Years 5–6, 2 hours, $8 per student

The Hoddle waddle

In this engaging program, students will encounter fascinating historical and cultural sites in Melbourne’s CBD and use teamwork skills to navigate the city, find clues and discover locations. They will then present an account of their journey, using Photo Story software and their own photographs.
Years 9–10, 5½ hours, $20 per student (subsidised price for regional Year 9 students through ArtsConnect9)

Research skills intensive

This practical workshop gives senior students the opportunity to consolidate essential research skills. They will be given a guided tour of the Library, learning how to access its collections and services, including registering as a Library user, using the online catalogue, requesting books and using newspaper microfilm readers and information databases.
Years 9–12, 1 hour, $4 per student