library orientation
[/ˈlaɪbreri ˌɔːriənˈteɪʃən/]
nounpl: library orientations
orientação bibliotecária
1. An introductory session or program designed to familiarize users with a library's facilities, resources, services, and organizational systems
The new students attended a library orientation to learn how to use the catalog and access databases.
Os novos alunos participaram de uma orientação bibliotecária para aprender como usar o catálogo e acessar as bases de dados.
2. Guided instruction on navigating physical and digital library spaces, locating materials, and utilizing available resources
The library orientation included a tour of the stacks and training on the online research tools.
A orientação bibliotecária incluiu um tour pelas estantes e treinamento nas ferramentas de pesquisa online.
Library orientations are standard practice in both Brazilian and American educational institutions, particularly for new students. In Brazil, they are often mandatory in universities and public libraries, reflecting the emphasis on information access and digital literacy. In the USA, these programs vary in scope from brief tours to comprehensive multi-session workshops covering research skills and academic integrity.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to get the lay of the land - to understand how the library is organized
to show someone the ropes - to teach someone how to use the library
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