[00:00.00]Unit 11 At the library
[00:04.28]1.Listen and practice in pairs.
[00:10.21]LiMeng and Daniel are in the library.
[00:14.68]Daniel is trying to explain how to use the on-line catalogue to search for books.
[00:21.63]Daniel:You know there are lots of books here in the library
[00:26.20]and the quickest way to find what you need is to use the on-line catalogue.
[00:32.55]LiMeng:Well,I've been using the search engine for the info I need,
[00:38.11]but I haven't used the no-line catalogue much.Can we do it once here?
[00:44.15]Daniel:Sure.There's a computer right there...
[00:48.51]See here,Quick Catalogue Search?
[00:52.87]LiMeng:Yeah?What shall we look for?
[00:56.95]Daniel:How about sports?I think you'll be interested in that one.
[01:02.09]LiMeng:Yes.Let's see what we can find on-line.
[01:07.37]What do we select for Search Type?
[01:11.42]Daniel:Let's see.Keyword,Subject.I think we should go for keyword.
[01:18.86]Let's type in the two words and click the Go button.
[01:23.62]LiMeng:Oh,there are only two records found.
[01:28.16]I'm sure there's a lot more on the topic.
[01:32.32]Daniel:In that case let's try again.See these buttons here?
[01:37.96]Let's try Modify Search.
[01:41.59]LiMeng:Oh,no.So much trouble.
[01:45.53]Daniel:Yeah,it's a bit hard but,
[01:49.61]if you take your time,you can narrow down your search
[01:54.96]and get what you need more quickly.
[01:58.62]LiMeng:You may be right.I used to spend so much time on-line...
[02:04.19]2.Fill in the information chart.
[02:10.43]Listen to the dialogue again
[02:14.50]and find information about using the on-line catalogue.
[03:33.97]3.Listen and read.
[03:38.70]How to use a library? What is a library?
[03:45.33]A library is a place to find information and do research,
[03:50.66]a place for lifelong learning.
[03:54.92]Most libraries,whether private or public ones,are homes to an abundance of books,
[04:02.47]plus many other valuable resources.
[04:07.01]In addition to printed materials,
[04:11.45]libraries can often offer audiotapes and videocassettes,
[04:17.20]as well as computers and e-resources.
[04:22.19]Many libraries also sponsor special programs,including children's story hours,
[04:30.13]summer reading programs,homework help and diverse seminars.
[04:37.19]As a newcomer to the library,
[04:41.31]you might have some difficulties in finding the right book and borrowing it.
[04:47.48]The following steps will tell you how to use a library.
[04:52.62]Finding and borrowing the right book:
[04:57.20]1.Apply for a borrower's Card and become a memeber.
[05:03.44]2.If you know which book you want,have your book title or author's name ready.
[05:11.09]3.Use indexes.
[05:16.55]4.Find the book or books in the library catalogue.
[05:23.11]5.Present your card and the book or books to the librarian.
[05:30.37]If you want to do some research,you can also use the WWW resources.
[05:38.52]If necessary,you can make some photocopies.
[05:43.56]If you can't find certain information or if you are confused with what to do,
[05:50.62]ask a librarian for help.
[05:54.87]Although libraries welcome readers and may have special facilities for them,
[06:01.74]there are some guidelines for behaviour which readers are supposed to observe:
[06:08.09]1.Library books are everybody's property and should be treated carefully.
[06:15.85]2.Be sure to find out the library's policies regarding loan periods
[06:23.61]and fines for overdue books.
[06:27.97]Many people believe that a library is a door
[06:33.74]into which you are led to gain an understanding of science,nature and people.
[06:40.88]4.Listen and practice in pairs.
[06:47.82]LiMeng wants to borrow a few books.
[06:53.00]A librarian is explaining the check-out procedures.
[06:58.56]LiMeng:Excuse me.I'm a new student and I want to borrow a few books.
[07:05.22]Librarian:Yes?Have you got your student ID?
[07:10.08]LiMeng:I've got a few cards here.Let me see which is which.
[07:15.72]Libraring:The one in your left hand is the ID card.Can I have a look?
[07:21.50]LiMeng:Sure.Here you are.
[07:25.05]Librarian:Good.Now,are these the books you want to borrow?
[07:30.51]LiMeng:That's right.
[07:33.56]Librarian:Let me just scan them for you and then you can take them out.
[07:38.89]But remember the date when they are due.
[07:43.44]Otherwise,you'll have to pay a fine for overdue books.
[07:49.08]LiMeng:Thanks.I'll keep that in mind.
[07:53.44]5.Listen and write.
[07:59.01]Listen to the tape and write out the missing parts.
[08:05.25]Then number them according to the sequence.
[08:50.02]7.Listen and practice it in pairs.
[08:56.87]Xiaohong is in the lounge room with Mrs.Davis
[09:02.43]and is talking about her library experience.
[09:07.58]Mrs.Davis:Did you have a good time at school today?
[09:12.75]Xiaohong:Yes.I got so many things done.
[09:17.19]Mrs.Davis:Like what? Xiaohong:Well,I had all my classes,
[09:22.23]then I went to the school library and checked out a few books.
[09:27.69]Mrs.Davis:Oh?What books? Xiaohong:Different kinds.
[09:32.45]The books in the library are all displayed on the bookshelves
[09:37.72]and I just looked through them and grabbed a few.
[09:42.77]Mrs.Davis:If you're ever looking for certain books on one topic,
[09:48.04]say for a school assingnment,maybe you can first use the on-line catalogue
[09:54.89]and then locate them on the shelves.
[09:58.96]Each book's got a number on it.The call number,you know.
[10:04.32]Xiaohong:Oh,yeah.Right.I'll try that next time.Thanks.
[10:10.56]10.Let's chant. I'm going to...
[10:18.21]I'm going to the market.I'm going to buy a toothbrush.
[10:30.78]I'm going to the library.I'm going to read some books.
[10:37.13]I'm going to the barber's.I'm going to have my hair cut.
[10:44.21]I'm going to the cinema.I'm going to watch a movie.
[10:50.87]I'm going to have dinner.I'm going to sleep in bed.
[10:57.53]I'm going to school.I'm going to learn English.
[11:06.91]I'm going to the zoo.I'm going to see some monkeys.
[11:13.57]I'm going to the playground.I'm going to play football.
[11:20.41]I'm going home.I'm going to take a shower.
[11:26.97]I'm going to have dinner.I'm going to sleep in bed.
