Langsdale Library, University of Baltimore

Advice on Using "Ask A Question"

Ask A Question / Advice on Using "Ask A Question"

To best use this service please keep the following in mind:

  1. Be as precise as possible in your questions. General questions, such as "What do you have on management" make responses very difficult if not impossible. A question such as "What was the unemployment rate in the U.S. in 1995" is much easier.
  2. Indicate any limitations on dates and types of sources (such as scholarly v. general magazines, journals, books, etc.). See (4.) below for an important limit.
  3. Include information on any resources you have already consulted and, if possible, the type of searches you did (terms you used, databases or magazines consulted, etc.).
  4. If you are seeking information on researching a topic our response may be to recommend specific resources and/or search strategies. WE WILL NOT PROVIDE LISTS OF ARTICLES OR THE ARTICLES THEMSELVES.
  5. Be aware that some complex questions may not be easily resolved via e-mail and may require a visit to the library to work with a librarian. We will set up specific appointments for such visits.
  6. Indicate if there are time limits on when you need a response.
  7. Remember to include your name, e-mail address, and a telephone number where we can reach you.