Research methods Session 2 Searching for information Kirsty Bower Academic Librarian [email protected]
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1. Research methods Session 2 Searching for information Kirsty
Bower Academic Librarian [email protected]
2. What we will cover.. Information sources Using the Library
catalogue Using Discover Saving results
3. Evaluating sources of information Books authoritative,
background reading & good starting point. Journal articles
current & up to date research. Newspapers bias &
inaccuracies. Broadcast media aimed at the general public. Websites
some are useful but be wary.
4. Searching the Library catalogue: click on the image to see a
demonstration.
5. Searching using Discover: click on the image to see a
demonstration.
6. Summary Sources of information Use the Library catalogue
Search using Discover