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�Used a reference database (Opposing Viewpoints) to get background info and develop “sub-topics” for a broad topic (cybercrime).
�Determined what search tools to use for in-depth, scholarly articles (Google Scholar, Library databases) in different subject areas.
�Searched for journal and magazine articles in Academic Search Premier, a multi-disciplinary database.
�Identified information needed to cite an article in MLA format.
To Review: Last time we…
� Use advanced search strategies in databases to improve search results.
�Compare characteristics of scholarly journals & popular magazines.
� Evaluate the credibility and objectivity of sources from the Web.
� Identify information needed to cite a website in MLA format.
Library Session #2 Objectives
Search for & retrieve sources
Use & cite sources ethically
Develop topic &
keywords
Determine needed
sources & search tools
Search for & retrieve
sources
Evaluate results
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DogsANDCats
To put it another way…
DogsORCats
Evaluate sources
Use & cite sources ethically
Develop topic &
keywords
Determine needed
sources & search tools
Search for & retrieve sources
Evaluate sources
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Who or what is providing /sponsoring the info?
Website domain can be some indication…
organization? (.org): plannedparenthood.org vs. Wikipedia.org
commercial/corporate site? (.com): nytimes.com vs. about.com
college or university? (.edu): harford.edu – still need to consider the author
government agency? (.gov): whitehouse.gov, census.gov – still need to consider the author
Evaluate Sources: Objectivity/Purpose
Evaluate Sources:Uncovering Bias
Develop topic & keywords
Use & cite sources ethically
Develop topic &
keywords
Determine sources &
search tools
Search for & retrieve
sources
Evaluate results
Refine, broaden, or refocus your topic as you read more about it.
Make note of different keywords you might use to find additional information.
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Use and cite sources ethically
Use & cite sources ethically
Develop topic &
keywords
Determine sources &
search tools
Search for & retrieve
sources
Evaluate results
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