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This guide was created specifically for use in the FYS 100 The American Public School System class. Click the tabs above for resources and tips to complete your research assignment.
These are two great resources for you to use when you need to cite a source.
Purdue Owl -- this is Purdue University's writing lab that breaks down each citation style and source type. View it here.
Excelsior Writing Lab -- this is Excelsior University's writing lab and provides citation and research help. View it here.
The videos below explain basic research skills -- finding quality materials and evaluating the information located.
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Select a Topic |
Scholarly Information |
Library Databases |
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Use this video to help you select a suitable topic and create the topic question. |
Use this video to help you determine how to identify scholarly information and why it is needed for research. |
Use this video to understand what library databases are and how they differ from searching the internet. |
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Basic Research Strategy |
Advanced Research Strategy |
Finding Books and DVDs |
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Use this video to create the research question and find the concepts that describe the topic. Use keywords and Boolean logic to refine the search. |
Use this video to search different versions of a keyword or exact phrases. Try to limit results by using field searching. |
Use this video to search for and check out a book or DVD owned by Albright. It also discusses how to use Interlibrary Loan. |
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Finding Articles |
Evaluating Sources |
Plagiarism |
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Use this video to search for and locate journal articles both owned and not owned by Albright. |
Use this video to determine if research materials meet the criteria of quality material. |
Use this video to determine what is plagiarism and why academic honesty is important in research. You should recognize and avoid the dangers of plagiarism and the importance of citing properly. |
