Directed toward students in freshman English courses, this guide to the basic skills in using the library is composed of three broad units: (1) orientation to the library, including computer-output microfilm, card catalogs, and location of materials; (2) reference books, including use of the dictionary, encyclopedias, and the vertical file; and (3) general indexes, including use of the periodical indexes, biographical indexes, and other sources. Each section contains learning objectives, information, practice questions, and a review section. (FM)