For faculty

All first-year Carleton students take an Argument and Inquiry (A&I) seminar during their first fall term. The librarian for each First-Year seminar can work with the students to teach them the basics of how to:

  • ask scholarly questions
  • find & evaluate information
  • use information ethically and effectively to make their own arguments
  • …and many other important skills

Class activities vary, and can be customized for your class. Some options for working with your librarian include:

You can learn more about the skills that Carleton librarians have taught to First-year students.

For students

Are you currently enrolled in an A&I? Check out the A&I research guide.