The Elements of Library Research ：What Every Student Needs to Know

Publication subTitle ：What Every Student Needs to Know

Author： George Mary W.;;;  

Publisher： Princeton University Press‎

Publication year： 2008

E-ISBN: 9781400830411

P-ISBN(Paperback): 9780691131504

Subject： G Culture, Science , Education, Sports;G2 Dissemination of Information and Knowledge;G25 Library Science;G42 TEACHING METHODS AND CURRICULUM

Keyword： 信息与知识传播,文化、科学、教育、体育

Language： ENG

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Description

To do solid academic research, college students need to look beyond the computer search engine. This short, practical book introduces students to the important components of the information-seeking process. The Elements of Library Research provides a foundation for success in any research assignment, from a freshman paper to a senior thesis.

Unlike guides that describe the research process but do not explain its logic, this book focuses entirely on basic concepts, strategies, tools, and tactics for research--in both electronic and print formats. Drawing on decades of experience with undergraduates, reference librarian Mary George arms students with the critical thinking skills and procedures they need to approach any academic project with confidence.

  • Ways to turn a topic into a research question
  • Techniques for effective online searches
  • How to evaluate primary and secondary sources
  • When and how to confer with reference librarians and faculty
  • How to avoid plagiarism
  • Glossary of key terms, from Boolean search to peer review
  • Checklists, timelines, and hints for successful research projects

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Preface

Preface

1 Introduction to Research as Inquiry

1 Introduction to Research as Inquiry

2 From Research Assignment to Research Plan

2 From Research Assignment to Research Plan

3 Strategy and Tools for Discovery

3 Strategy and Tools for Discovery

4 The Fine Art of Finding Sources

4 The Fine Art of Finding Sources

5 Insight, Evaluation, Argument, and Beyond

5 Insight, Evaluation, Argument, and Beyond

Appendix A: Good Habits, Helpful Hints, and Wrong Assumptions

Appendix A: Good Habits, Helpful Hints, and Wrong Assumptions

Appendix B: Mary’s Maxims Compiled

Appendix B: Mary’s Maxims Compiled

Appendix C: Research Timelines

Appendix C: Research Timelines

Appendix D: Questions to Ask Your Instructor

Appendix D: Questions to Ask Your Instructor

Appendix E: Research Appointment Worksheet

Appendix E: Research Appointment Worksheet

Glossary of Library Research Terms

Glossary of Library Research Terms

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