Description:
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Did you know that Ohio is the birthplace of
seven presidents? That early settlers came here in the 1780’s despite
the dangers of Indians, the British and the French, to find a better
life for themselves? That the Ohio River was one of the greatest
highways moving people from the east to the west, to settle the
Mississippi River basin and the Plains States? Learn about Ohio’s
history and famous faces using all the rich and varied resources at our
disposal. Our libraries are full of histories, biographies, photographs
and Internet web sites. All we need are the key access points to mine
this information and provide excellent reference services.
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Goals:
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Learn print and Internet resources for biographical
information on famous Ohioans
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Discover the events and wars that shaped the History
and Evolution of Ohio |
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Navigate national web sites and resources that
contain information about Ohio’s history |
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Suggest locations for travel and exploration of
Ohio’s rich history |
Audience:
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| Librarians, Archivists and Paraprofessionals who provide reference services in public schools, and public and academic libraries. |
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| Sample Exercises |
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Instructor:
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| Miriam Kahn, MLS - MBK CONSULTING Columbus, OH |
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