Choosing & Using Sources A Guide to Academic Research Cheryl Lowry
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TextSeries: Open textbook libraryDistributor: Open Textbook Library Publisher: Ohio State University Libraries Description: 1 online resourceISBN: Subject(s): Education -- Textbooks | Academic achievement -- TextbooksLOC classification: L7LB1062.6Online resources: Access online version | Item type | Current library | Call number | URL | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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1. Research Questions -- 2. Types of Sources -- 3. Sources and Information Needs -- 4. Precision Searching -- 5. Search Tools -- 6. Evaluating Sources -- 7. Ethical Use of Sources -- 8. How to Cite Sources -- 9. Making an Argument -- 10. Writing Tips -- 11. Copyright Basics -- 12. Fair Use -- 13. Roles of Research Sources
Choosing & Using Sources presents a process for academic research and writing, from formulating your research question to selecting good information and using it effectively in your research assignments. Additional chapters cover understanding types of sources, searching for information, and avoiding plagiarism. Each chapter includes self-quizzes and activities to reinforce core concepts and help you apply them. There are also appendices for quick reference on search tools, copyright basics, and fair use. What experts are saying about Choosing & Using Sources: A Guide to Academic Research: "...a really fantastic contribution that offers a much needed broadened perspective on the process of research, and is packed to the brim with all kinds of resources and advice on how to effectively use them. The chapter on plagiarism is really excellent, and the chapter on searching for sources is utterly brilliant." - Chris Manion, PhDCoordinator of Writing Across the Curriculum at Ohio State University "... an excellent resource for students, with engaging content, graphics, and examples-very compelling. The coverage of copyright is outstanding." - J. Craig GibsonCo-chair of ACRL's Task Force on Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education
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