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Sarah Gilchrist, [email protected]
Research and Instruction LibrarianAlbert S. Cook Library
Neurons - Activate!
http://www.cast.org/udl/
LEARNING AGENDABy the end of our session, you will be able to:
• Perform searches using Course and Subject Gateways, Research Databases, and Boolean Logic in order to find appropriate scholarly materials that fit your research topic
• Cite sources using Cook Library links to resources and help guides in order to promote academic integrity
• Request materials from USMAI and other libraries through ILL in order to diversify your research
SEARCHING IS EXPLORATION
Locating information requires a combination of inquiry, discovery, and serendipity.
Information discovery is nonlinear and iterative,
requiring the use of a broad range of information sources and flexibility
to pursue alternate avenues as new understanding is developed.
Association for College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Framework for
Information Literacy for Higher Education
Thesis Statements and Keyword Searches
Sample Topic:How is current neurological research helping children with dyslexia?Key Concepts could be:
How is current neurological research helping children with dyslexia?Other words we might use for our searches:
children dyslexia neurologicalelementary school “reading dis*” neuro*early childhood “language dis*” “brain science”
“learning dis*”focu
s gr
oup
Boolean Search Tip #1
dyslexianeuro*
Use “AND” to find material related to both concepts.
neuro*
AND
dyslexia
Boolean Search Tip #2
Use “OR” to find material related to either concept.
reading disabil*
OR
dyslexia
dyslexiareading disabil*
Boolean Search Tip #3
neuro* finds… neurology neurosciences neurobehavioral neuron
Use an asterisk
*to find multiple terms with one search.
Boolean Search Tip #4
“language disorders”
“aphasic persons”“preschool children”
“speech therapy”
Use quotes
“ ”to limit your search to specific terms.
Controlled Vocabulary and Subject Terms
Finding the appropriate subject words or “subject tags” that describe your search topic is essential.
Keep track of any good words you find; you will use them in subsequent searches.
Refining Your Search Results
After finding the subject headings that apply to your thesis statement, you may need to refine the number of results shown in your list.
• Use Boolean Logic to Combine Terms Within Fieldschildren OR elementary school OR early childhood ANDdyslexia OR "reading dis*" OR "language dis*" OR "language dis*"ANDbrain development OR neuro*
• Use the “Find More Like This” Feature in EBSCO• Use Subject Headings to Find Articles
RESEARCH DATABASES
Specialized Search Engines:
• Journal Subscriptions
• E-Books
• Primary Sources
• Scholarly/Peer-Reviewed
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/
COURSE AND SUBJECT GATEWAYS
Research Home Pages:
• Easy to Update
• List Liaison
• Link to Databases
• Present Alternate Sources
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/
REED 729 COURSE GATEWAY
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/
REED 729 SOURCE LIST - RESEARCH BOOKS
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/
REED 729 LIST OF READING JOURNALS
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/
COOK LIBRARY MATERIALS AND SERVICES
The Cook Grad Guide contains information about resources, including:
• Library Hours
• Printing and Copying
• Research Resources
• Citation Styles
• Graduate Program Liaisons
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/docs/publicity/gradGuide.pdf
INTERLIBRARY LOAN (ILL)
Graduate students have special privileges with ILLiad:
• Document Delivery
• Research Consultations
• Off-Campus Delivery Service
Jason Ezell, Distance Education [email protected], 410-704-5053
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu//gradILL.cfm
INFORMATION HAS VALUE
The creation of information and products derived from information requires a
commitment of time, original thought, and resources that need
to be respected by those seeking to use these
products, or create their own based on the work of others.
Association for College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Framework for
Information Literacy for Higher Education
CITATION HELP GUIDES
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/
CITATION STYLESAPA (American Psychological Association) is the style used in Education
American Psychological Association. (2009). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (6th edition). Washington, DC: Author
• Facilitates Retrieval of Sources• Protects Academic Integrity of Student• Promotes Intellectual Property of Authors• Establishes Validity of Ideas and Research
Sample format:Author, A.A. (2012). Title of article. Title of Periodical,
1(34), 893-896. doi:10.1108/03090560710821161http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/
FINDING ARTICLES USING A CITATION
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3.
2.
Author, A.A. (2012). Title of article. Title of Periodical, 1(34), 893-896. doi:10.1108/03090560710821161
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/
FINDING ARTICLES USING A CITATION
1. Click on the Journal List heading in the Quick Tools Menu
2. Type all or part of the Periodical Title into the search field
3. Locate the year in the date ranges and select a database
Use remaining citation information to search the database
Author, A.A. (2012). Title of article. Title of Periodical, 1(34), 893-896. doi:10.1108/03090560710821161
http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/
RESEARCH TOOLS FACILITATE CRITICAL THINKINGCitation Tools
• EndNote, RefWorks, ZoteroDocument Delivery
• ILLiad (Interlibrary Loan)Document Management Apps
• Dropbox, Evernote, iAnnotate, Mendeley
Mind Mapping Tools• Bubbl.us, mind42.com
LEARNING OUTCOMES REVISITED
• Navigate to your Course Gateway and Research Databases
• Perform searches for scholarly material using Research Databases
• Explain how to find synonyms for your thesis statement subjects
• Cite your findings using APA-style citations
• Share details about Cook Library materials and services
• Request materials from USMAI and other libraries through ILL
QUESTIONS?Feel free to contact us:
Sarah Gilchrist Claire [email protected]
[email protected] Or any reference librarian:
Cook Library Reference Desk Fall Hours:Monday to Thursday: 8am-10pm
Friday: 8am-8pmSaturday: 12pm-8pm Sunday: 2pm-
10pm
Phone: 410-704-2462 Chat: Ask a LibrarianText: 410-774-1398
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