When Your Syllabus Time is Limited
Librarians are also available to offer a single session on using library resources and critical thinking. The format is closer to a lecture, and there are fewer opportunities for student participation and active learning. The general structure is:
An introduction to college research
- An overview of library databases, with an emphasis on a general database (usually Academic Search Complete) and a specialized one such as PsycInfo
Effective searching
- Examples of using filters or other limits for more effective searching
- Creating a search strategy using key words and phrases
Evaluating sources
- The focus is on non-library databases
- Understanding bias and relevance
Giving credit
- Using information ethically and an overview of citation resources (or a specific one determined by the instructor)
