April 2009 - Learning

The Library manages bookings for its free events and programs using an online events management service. The information you provide to register will be stored on servers located in the United States. Find out more about the terms and conditions of this service.

Adult learning

New user's guide to the Library

Learn to become an efficient and independent user of the Library's spaces, collections and services, including the online catalogue.
Time: Mon–Fri (call to book a one-hour session)
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

More than Google

With so much information available, how do you find what you need? Learn how to refine your internet searches to efficiently locate information, using popular search engines.
Time: Wed 1 April, 10.30am–12noon
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

Accessing Library information online

Learn how to find in-depth and up-to-date articles, newspapers and e-books in information databases via the Library's website, from your computer.
Time: Fri 3 April, 2–3pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

Writing on the web

Blogs, forums, posts and wikis mean that everyone can now write on the web. Learn basic skills and tips for communicating online through social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter.
Time: Wed 15 April, 10.30am–12.30pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

Newsworthy workshop

Discover resources in the Newspaper Reading Room, including viewing newspapers in hard-copy, online and microfilm formats, and searching databases for current and historical articles.
Time: Tues 21 April, 9–11am
Venue: Meet at front entrance, 8.55am
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

Finding families: Genealogy workshop

Learn family history research skills and discover valuable genealogy resources.
Time: Wed 22 April, 10.15am–12.30pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

Family history research with maps

Learn about the map resources in the Library's collection, and how they can be used to support and enrich your family history research.
Time: Mon 27 April, 10.30–11.30am
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Free

Learning programs for groups

In addition to the scheduled learning programs listed, the Library can provide customised sessions for groups. Topics include: book reviews and author biographies; researching artists; census and statistics; medical information; history of buildings; company and business information. Bookings must be made a month in advance.
Time: Call to arrange a time
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: 03 8664 7099 or email bookings@slv.vic.gov.au
Cost: $4 per person, per hour

Programs for schools

The Education Programs Unit offers workshops and tours for school groups, catering for students at all year levels throughout the school year. Bookings should be made a month in advance. Full program and booking details can be found in the School Programs brochure.

View the Semester 1, 2009 School Programs brochure >

The Independent Type: Exhibition tour for teachers

Join the Library’s Education team for an informal tour of the exhibition The Independent Type: Books and Writing in Victoria, and gain an insight into the many educational themes in the exhibition. Refreshments will be provided, plus a free education resource kit for each teacher. 
Time: Tues 28 April, 5.30–7.30pm
Venue: Meet in front foyer
Bookings: Book online, phone 03 8664 7555 or email education@slv.vic.gov.au
Free