Have a question or topic you’d like to research, but can’t decide
where to start? Going back to college, but don’t know how to use
online databases and resources?
Any library patron high school age and above can make an
appointment for one-on-one help from a professional
information specialist – an “InfoPro” at the Des Plaines Public
Library.
The new InfoPro service supplements the telephone, walk-in, and
electronic reference services already offered by the library.
Individuals and small groups may also make appointments with an
InfoPro for personalized tours to learn more about library materials
and services.
At a scheduled session, an InfoPro will suggest useful library materials and databases based on
individual research requirements. An individual will learn how to
conduct successful searches on a chosen topic and how to use the
catalog and printed materials more effectively.
In addition, the patron will receive a customized research guide
tailored to his or her specific needs. The guide will list suggested
books, databases, Web sites, and other resources on a particular
topic.
For more information or to schedule an appointment or tour,
please
email or phone
the Reference Desk at 847-376-2841.
