Transcript of Research methods session 2
- 1. Research methods Session 2 Searching for information Kirsty
Bower Academic Librarian k.bower@leedsbeckett.ac.uk
- 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
- 7. Help? K.bower@leedsbeckett.ac.uk 0113 8121104