LibGuides: Resources for Foothill Faculty: Welcome!

Foothill College Library

LIBRARY HOURS:

Winter 2023 Hours
Mon – Thur 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Fri, Sat & Sun Closed

Reference Hours

Winter 2023
Mon – Thur 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. (in-person & online)
Fri 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. (online only)
Sat & Sun Closed

The Library is closed during all college holidays and breaks.

Reference Desk
(650) 949-7608

Ask a Librarian

Circulation & Reserve
(650) 949-7611

Welcome!

This guide describes library resources and services that are available to faculty at Foothill College. Please use the tabs above to navigate to information regarding our resources and services. We look forward to working with you!

New! ChatGPT Resource Guide

Interested in learning more about ChatGPT? Check out the library's new and evolving ChatGPT LibGuide developed to highlight issues of interest to students and faculty including academic integrity and citation.

Announcements

Seamlessly link to library resources using the “Reading List” in Canvas. Please click on the Library Resource tab for more information.
Information Literacy Modules in Canvas: import library instruction modules directly into your online course! Please click on the Library Instruction tab for more information.
Group Study Rooms: the library now has 10 group study rooms. Please visit http://libcal.fhda.edu/reserve/studyrooms to reserve a room online.
Breakout study spaces: in addition to the Group Study Rooms, there are also 6 breakout spaces where students can work collaboratively.
Multimedia Classroom now available: Room 3504 is a 50-seat multimedia classroom equipped with 50 Macs and instructor station. Please contact Anthony Caceres at caceresanthony@fhda.edu to reserve the room.
Online Library Instruction Request Form: You may now request a library orientation for your class by using this online form: https://fhda.libwizard.com/f/instructionsupport
Effective 3/28/18: Due to a reduction in staffing, ILL (borrowing and lending from other libraries) will be suspended until further notice. Please click on the Interlibrary Loan tab for more information.

Featured Resources

Women's History Month: A guide highlighting books, websites, and articles in honor of Women's History Month..

Faculty Guide to Streaming Videos: Answers to common questions about streaming video.

New Books: A virtual bookshelf of new books in the Foothill College Library.

Anti-Racism Resources: Anti-racism is a lifelong commitment to doing the work, and that commitment can start with reading. See our Library Black Lives Matter resources lists.

New Online Resources:

Digital Theatre+ This link opens in a new window
An online collection of classic and contemporary theatrical productions supplemented by video resources (insights from casts, creatives and academics to give context and enrich students’ learning) and written resources (essays, guides, and lesson plans written by and for educators that give an in-depth look at a play or topic, perfect for independent study or supporting your lesson prep).
Founded in 2009, Digital Theatre+ provides powerful ways to connect English and Drama students with dramatic texts, poetry and performance. Today, Digital Theatre+ delivers engaging learning experiences for English and Drama to students and educators in over 3,000 schools, colleges, and universities in 90+ countries.
MLA Handbook This link opens in a new window
MLA Handbook is a new digital product providing online access to the ninth edition of the MLA Handbook. Includes a video course that teaches the principles of MLA documentation style through a series of short videos paired with quizzes, plus a final assessment.