The Elements Of Library Research
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| Author | : Mary W. George |
| Publisher | : Princeton University Press |
| Total Pages | : 219 |
| Release | : 2008-08-11 |
| Genre | : Education |
| ISBN | : 1400830419 |
To do solid academic research, college students need to look beyond the computer search engine. This short, practical book introduces students to the important components of the information-seeking process. The Elements of Library Research provides a foundation for success in any research assignment, from a freshman paper to a senior thesis. Unlike guides that describe the research process but do not explain its logic, this book focuses entirely on basic concepts, strategies, tools, and tactics for research--in both electronic and print formats. Drawing on decades of experience with undergraduates, reference librarian Mary George arms students with the critical thinking skills and procedures they need to approach any academic project with confidence. Ways to turn a topic into a research question Techniques for effective online searches How to evaluate primary and secondary sources When and how to confer with reference librarians and faculty How to avoid plagiarism Glossary of key terms, from Boolean search to peer review Checklists, timelines, and hints for successful research projects
| Author | : Mary W. George |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 232 |
| Release | : 2008 |
| Genre | : Education |
| ISBN | : |
This guide introduces students to the important components of the information-seeking process. It focuses on basic concepts, strategies, tools, and tactics for research in both electronic and print formats.
| Author | : Richard H. McCuen |
| Publisher | : ASCE Publications |
| Total Pages | : 296 |
| Release | : 1996-01-01 |
| Genre | : Technology & Engineering |
| ISBN | : 9780784474051 |
Students and graduate students who are beginning to do research often have many difficult questions and concerns. This book is designed to give a comprehensive, reader-friendly overview of all the key aspects of conducting and presenting research. It includes chapters on topic selection, time management, using the information highway, getting your research published, and more. Humorous, research-related illustrations enhance the text. Students, as well as the faculty who work with them, will find this book to be an invaluable research tool.
| Author | : |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 190 |
| Release | : 2016 |
| Genre | : Academic writing |
| ISBN | : |
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.
| Author | : Edward Curry |
| Publisher | : Springer Nature |
| Total Pages | : 399 |
| Release | : 2021-08-01 |
| Genre | : Computers |
| ISBN | : 3030681769 |
This open access book presents the foundations of the Big Data research and innovation ecosystem and the associated enablers that facilitate delivering value from data for business and society. It provides insights into the key elements for research and innovation, technical architectures, business models, skills, and best practices to support the creation of data-driven solutions and organizations. The book is a compilation of selected high-quality chapters covering best practices, technologies, experiences, and practical recommendations on research and innovation for big data. The contributions are grouped into four parts: · Part I: Ecosystem Elements of Big Data Value focuses on establishing the big data value ecosystem using a holistic approach to make it attractive and valuable to all stakeholders. · Part II: Research and Innovation Elements of Big Data Value details the key technical and capability challenges to be addressed for delivering big data value. · Part III: Business, Policy, and Societal Elements of Big Data Value investigates the need to make more efficient use of big data and understanding that data is an asset that has significant potential for the economy and society. · Part IV: Emerging Elements of Big Data Value explores the critical elements to maximizing the future potential of big data value. Overall, readers are provided with insights which can support them in creating data-driven solutions, organizations, and productive data ecosystems. The material represents the results of a collective effort undertaken by the European data community as part of the Big Data Value Public-Private Partnership (PPP) between the European Commission and the Big Data Value Association (BDVA) to boost data-driven digital transformation.
| Author | : Carol Collier Kuhlthau |
| Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
| Total Pages | : 208 |
| Release | : 2002 |
| Genre | : Library orientation for high school students |
| ISBN | : 0810844192 |
Kuhlthau (communication, information and library studies, Rutgers U.) provides a practical guide for teaching students how to gather information in a library for a research assignment. Seven stages of the library research process are covered: initiating a research assignment, selecting a topic, exploring information, formulating a focus, collecting information, preparing to present, and assessing the process. The first edition was published in 1985 as a program for teaching students to do a research paper, was reprinted in 1994, and appears here for the first time in paperback form. No subject index. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
| Author | : Diana Ridley |
| Publisher | : SAGE Publications |
| Total Pages | : 233 |
| Release | : 2012-07-31 |
| Genre | : Study Aids |
| ISBN | : 1446201430 |
This Second Edition of Diana Ridley’s bestselling guide to the literature review outlines practical strategies for reading and note taking, and guides the reader on how to conduct a systematic search of the available literature, and uses cases and examples throughout to demonstrate best practice in writing and presenting the review. New to this edition are examples drawn from a wide range of disciplines, a new chapter on conducting a systematic review, increased coverage of issues of evaluating quality and conducting reviews using online sources and online literature and enhanced guidance in dealing with copyright and permissions issues.
| Author | : Amy Azzarito |
| Publisher | : Chronicle Books |
| Total Pages | : 229 |
| Release | : 2020-03-17 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 1452179026 |
The Elements of a Home reveals the fascinating stories behind more than 60 everyday household objects and furnishings. Brimming with amusing anecdotes and absorbing trivia, this captivating collection is a treasure trove of curiosities. With tales from the kitchen, the bedroom, and every room in between, these pages expose how napkins got their start as lumps of dough in ancient Greece, why forks were once seen as immoral tools of the devil, and how Plato devised one of the earliest alarm clocks using rocks and water—plus so much more. • A charming book for anyone who loves history, design, or décor • Readers discover tales from every nook and cranny of a home. • Entries feature historical details from locations all over the world, including Europe, Asia, North America, and Africa. As a design historian and former managing editor of Design*Sponge, author Amy Azzarito has crafted an engaging, whimsical history of the household objects you've never thought twice about. The result is a fascinating book filled with tidbits from a wide range of cultures and places about the history of domestic luxury. • Filled with lovely illustrations by Alice Pattullo • Perfect for anyone who adores interior design, trivia, history, and unique facts • Great for those who enjoyed The Greatest Stories Never Told: 100 Tales from History to Astonish, Bewilder, and Stupefy by Rick Beyer, An Uncommon History of Common Things by Bethanne Patrick and John Thompson, Encyclopedia of the Exquisite: An Anecdotal History of Elegant Delights by Jessica Kerwin Jenkins
| Author | : Lynn Silipigni Connaway |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 2017 |
| Genre | : Academic libraries |
| ISBN | : 9780838989760 |
Best practices developed by the profession in capturing and emphasizing academic libraries' contributions to student learning, success, and experience.
| Author | : Thomas Mann |
| Publisher | : OUP USA |
| Total Pages | : 317 |
| Release | : 2005-10-27 |
| Genre | : Education |
| ISBN | : 0195189973 |
