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Helpful visuals, analogies, and other ideas for use in library instruction by category with associated learning objectives ECC Library Summer 2015

1. Introductory Ideas a. Information Literacy Definition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 b. On Value of Free Libraries (Toni Morrison) . . . . . . . . . 4 c. Real Class Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 2. Research Process and Research Steps a. Constellation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 b. Puzzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 c. Research Process Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 d. Research Steps (Triangle) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-14 e. Choosing a Topic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 3. Information Types a. Database Search Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 b. What is a Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-20 c. Library Resources by Category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 d. Primary & Secondary Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-24 4. Searching Tips a. Keywords & Boolean Operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-27 5. Evaluating Information a. Open Web vs. Library Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 b. Search Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-30 c. Website Evaluation (ABCs & CRAP Test) . . . . . . . . . . 31-32

Table of Contents

Learning Objective – Be able to say how information literacy is F.U.N.

Information Literacy

Learning Objective -

Value of Libraries

Learning Objective - Recognize the need for research materials with real classroom assignment examples.

Real Class Assignments

Learning Objective - Replicate the model to show understanding of research as a process of connecting the most important dots and finding several sources and then synthesizing to show the whole picture

Research Process like a Constellation

Learning Objective - Express two ways research is like a puzzle.

Research Process like a Puzzle (Art classes)

Learning Objective - Replicate the model to show understanding of research as a process of questioning, thinking, reading various resources, and being on a circuitous and indirect journey.

Research Process Model (More advanced classes)

Learning Objective - Appreciate that research is a journey toward finding the best information.

Research Process & Quality Info as Goal

Learning Objective - List your General subject and possible narrowed topic/Write down the databases used to Explore and Narrow

Research Process - Explore to Focus (General Process)

Learning Objective - Name the three specific steps for researching and replicate these during a class. What databases are appropriate at Step 1 vs. Step 3.

Research Process - 3 Specific Steps

1) Learn Basic FACTS (Encyclopedias & Books) 2) Discover KEYWORDS Concepts People Ideas 3) Form Specific QUESTIONS (Article Databases)

Learning Objective - Name the three specific steps for researching and replicate these during a class. What databases are appropriate at Step 1 vs. Step 3.

Research Process - 3 Specific Steps

1) FACTS - Learn Basic Facts (Read about topic in encyclopedias & books) 2) KEYWORDS - Discover keywords (Track

concepts/people and read further)

3) QUESTIONS Form Specific Question(s) (Read for specific details/statistics/arguments in Article

Databases - ASK a Librarian)

Learning Objective - Know 3 databases used for your research process and which are better for exploring stage vs. focusing stage.

Explore to Focus with databases listed

Learning Objective - Understand the flow of research and know typical resources to use during the seven stages.

Art Research Project - Process & Resources

1) Your work of art (title/artist/date) 2) Artist biography 3) Cultural context (style) 4) Genre of artwork

(materials) Especially if the artist unknown or nothing written about specific work

5) Historical Context

(background story/events)

7) Specific reviews of your artwork 6) Symbolism (Subject matter)

Learning Objective - Choose a topic that meets the four criteria that Kuhlthau defines for success.

Choosing a Topic - 4 Criteria for Success

Kuhlthau’s 4 Criteria for Choosing a Topic

• 1. Personal interest
• 2. Assignment requirements
• 3. Information available
• 4. Time allotted

Sources to browse for topics - encyclopedias, interesting websites,

browsing journals & textbook, CQ Researcher, Gale ASAP Subject index.

Learning Objective - Know the 4 steps to database searching and especially importance of revising and asking a librarian

Database Searching - 4 Step Process (CSRR)

STEP 1 - CHOOSE appropriate database* STEP 2 - SEARCH - quick initial search for overview and read to find better terms* STEP 3 - REVISE* _________________ STEP 4 - REPEAT 1-3* *ASK a Librarian at any point in this process

Learning Objective - Give a simple definition of a database and list 3 databases used in everyday life.

Database Explanation

Student Records Internet Movie Database Online Catalog Online Journal Databases

Online Library Catalog

1) Title 2) Author 3) Publisher 4) Date 5) Place of Publication 6) Contents Notes 7) Subject(s)

Learning Objective - Name four to six fields that you will find in a typical library database

Database Explanation - Structured in rows and columns

Item Title Author Year Published Full text

• r

abstract

• nly

Type of Source Subject heading Subject heading 1 2 3 4

Learning Objective - Identify useful databases for your your speech topics

Databases by Category (CMS databases)

I’m looking for… Where to find it What’s it good for? Background Info (EXPLORE!) Gale Virtual Reference or Credo Reference Specialized encyclopedias on many topics CQ Researcher Neutral overviews of controversial topics Print Books, EBSCO E-Books, Ebrary Key sources to learn a topic or narrow Articles (FOCUS) EBSCO (Academic Search Complete & MasterFILE) Huge searchable collection of popular and academic articles Opposing Viewpoints Argument essays on controversial topics News ProQuest Search New York Times, Chicago Tribune, etc. EBSCO (Newspaper Source) Statistics Opposing Viewpoints Argument essays and statistics on controversial topics CQ Researcher Overviews frequently cite statistics Websites Google Advanced Search www.google.com/advanced_search Use “secret” Google tricks

Learning Objective - Identify useful databases for your your speech topics

Database Matching Game (CMS classes)

Databases Draw arrow to correct Definitions

CQ Researcher

a) professional journals on various academic topics

Academic Search Complete

b) materials covering pro/con social issues

Credo Reference

c) reports on current topics discussed by the U.S. Senate and Congress.

Opposing Viewpoints

d) overview materials like encyclopedias on topics

Learning Objective - Recognize that there are two types of formats and four or more types of commonly used resources.

Library Items (ESL Class)

Library Items Print Online Books Catalog Search Mainly 2nd floor World Book Databases by Subject Funk & Wagnalls, Britannica, etc. DVDs Catalog Search n/a CDs Catalog Search n/a Articles Small collection on 1st floor for browsing Databases by Subject English Langauage Learner

Learning Objective - Name 3 levels of information from most complex and credible to typically least credible and well-researched.

Types of Information (Primary, Secondary, Tertiary)

Learning Objective - Aim for the best information and list three types of scholarly sources and who creates these.

Scholarly Information

Learning Objective - Name four difference between the typical scholarly primary source and a more popular or secondary source.

Primary & Secondary Information Sources

http://vimeo.com/13186317

Learning Objective - Brainstorm various keywords using the “Coke Can” as an example.

Searching with Keywords

Keyword/Synonyms Keyword/Synonyms

Learning Objective - Brainstorm various keywords and then combine them with “and” for better database searching success.

Searching with Keywords & Boolean Operators

Keyword/Synonyms Keyword/Synonyms

Learning Objective -

Search Strategy Worksheet

Learning Objective - Name 3 ways that the open web is different from many of the sources you will find on the open web.

Open Web vs. Library Resources

Learning Objective - Utilize some helpful tips that can be used across many platforms and contexts.

Tips & Tricks for Searching

Tips and Tricks for Searching & Research

• 1. “Think like the Database”: What words would people who write about the topic use?

“genetically modified food” instead of “frankenfood”

• 2. Keep it simple: Use as few words as possible, and make sure they’re descriptive

“ ‘climate change’ AND causes ” instead of “What is the cause of climate change”

• 3. Separate distinct concepts: Use AND or a separate search box where available

“ ‘climate change’ AND causes ” or “ ‘climate change’ OR ‘global warming’”

• 4. Be exact: Quotation marks ensure you get the exact words in the order you want.

“immigration reform” or “John Wilkes Booth”Use OR to find more: Use OR (capitalized) before additional terms to get more results. global warming OR climate change

• 5. Locate on page: Use keyboard shortcut Ctrl: F to locate words or phrases on webpage
• 6. Research is a Process: Explore then focus, ask questions, track keyword
• 7. READ

Learning Objective - Utilize two to four Google search tips in order to find a credible resource on your topic.

Google Search Tips

Learning Objective - Use critical thinking and the questions above to evaluate a website or another item found.

Evaluating Information A-B-Cs

Learning Objective - Use critical thinking and the questions above to evaluate a website or another item found.

Evaluating Information CRAP Test C.R.A.P. Test

Evaluating Research Sources

Currency

· Is the information recent enough for your topic? · Has it been published in the last x years? (will vary, depending on your topic) · If you have a historical research topic, was it published around the date of the original event?

Reliability/Relevance

Where does the information come from, and does the information apply to your topic? · Is it a primary or secondary source? · Are methods or references provided? · Who published the information? · Was it peer-reviewed? · Does all of the information apply to your topic, or only part of it? · Is the information general or detailed? · Is the information balanced or biased?

Authority

· Who authored this information? · Was it a single person or several people? · Was it a corporation or organization? · Are their credentials provided? · What is their reputation or expertise?