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Basic Introduction to the Library
- Brief overview of collections & circulation policies.
- How the library is organized.
- How to access course-specific Research Guides.
- How to access research help from librarians.
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45 minutes |
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Library Catalog Basics
- Difference between catalog, databases, and open web searches.
- Use keywords to find books on a topic.
- Utilize Subject Headings.
- Limit searches by format.
- Sort results (by author, title, date).
- How to access eBooks.
- How to find a print book.
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20-25 minutes |
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Introduction to Database Searching
- Difference between catalog, databases, and open web searches.
- Keyword searching.
- Decipher results.
- Use initial results to expand search strategy.
- Narrow, broaden, refine results.
- Citation tools.
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25-30 minutes |
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Introduction to Types of Sources
- Scholarly vs. popular vs. trade publications.
- Primary vs. secondary vs. reference.
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10-15 minutes |
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Ethical Use of Information
- Identify when and why sources must be cited.
- Introduction to citation style needed for the assignment.
- Online citation tools.
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20 minutes |