The Tutorial House library reinforces the library, information retrieval and
literacy skills developed thus far. Instruction is provided through a formal
course in Tutorial One and through research sessions coordinated with other
subject classes throughout the four years. The Library supports club activities,
such as UNIS-UN and the Debate Club to ensure that library resources are
effectively used in these pursuits
In Tutorial One, students receive instruction during a Research and Writing
semester course on how to build references for research papers with proper
bibliographic citations and in-text referencing. They continue to learn how to
effectively use print and online resources available through the UNIS library
and the New York Public Library. Library faculty collaborates closely with the
History and the UN studies programs in order to integrate information retrieval
skills into the subject curriculum.
In Tutorial Two, instruction is delivered through class projects and proper
tools are given for continued research skills. The librarian provides
pathfinders for projects and encourages students to find sources by
themselves.
Clubs, such as UNIS-UN and the debate club are actively encouraged to use all
library resources.
In Tutorial Three and Four, the process continues. In addition, special
orientation is given to those who are doing their extended essay, a requirement
for the IB diploma. UNIS graduates are well informed users of libraries. They
are ready to navigate the information world.