1. When Databases are No Longer an Option: Teaching Students about Open Access Resources for Business Information
Building an open source business by opensource.com. Used under CC BY-SA 2.0
Teresa Williams, Business Librarian
Butler University Libraries

2. Business Research Workshop: The Logistics
Instructor
Butler University Business Librarian
Participants
Butler undergrads, grad students, faculty, staff, and alumni
Delivery
Hybrid—over four-week period
Two in-class sessions (90 minutes)
Two online sessions via LibGuide and LMS
Activities
Instructor-led demos, hands-on research time, interactive tutorials, discussion forums, readings
Assessment
Weekly worksheet (No exams, papers, or presentations)
Credit
Certificate of Completion (non-credit)
Cost
Free

3. Business Research Workshop: The Resources
Free Stuff
From Libraries
Advanced
Google
Government
Trade/Industry
Library Databases
Business Networking
Free Workshops
State Virtual Libraries
LibGuides Community
Search Filters
Search Operators
Licensed Images
Google Tools
Business Search Terms
Federal Search Portals
State Data Centers
SEC Filings
Government Apps
Local Government
Trade Associations
Trade Publications
Codes/Segmentation
Industry Statistics
Regional Industries
Library—the original search engine by Enokson. Used under CC BY 2.0: Einstein Google Logo by Danny Sullivan. Used under CC BY-SA 2.0.; Seal of the United States Census Bureau. Used under Public Domain; Trade by Nick Youngson. Used under CC BY SA 3.0

4. Business Research Workshop: The Activities
Library Card Drive
Hands-On Research
Worksheets/Forums
Date a Database
Sign-up for Indianapolis Public Library Card
Public libraries for free access to business information resources
Individual and group in-class research activities
Online modules for tutorials, browsing activities, and more
Weekly worksheets and online quizzes on open/public access business information
Discussion Forums (ex: “My favorite Google tips”)
Speed dating with popular business databases
Includes databases available at public or state virtual libraries
Chipotle Mexican Grill by Mike Mozart. Used under CC BY 2.0 Speed date by NHD-INFO. Used under CC BY 2.0

5. Business Research Workshop: The Outcomes
Certificate of Completion:
Over 100 Awarded
Feedback
“This has given me a big edge in classes when it comes to research projects and other assignments.”
“I have the workshop on my resume and when I was in a job interview the other day the company was interested in what I had learned from it.”
“Keep the face-to face sessions—we don’t want everything to be taught online.”
“This should be required training for all business majors.”