REED 729 Seminar in Reading

Sarah Gilchrist, [email protected]

Research and Instruction LibrarianAlbert S. Cook Library

Neurons - Activate!

http://www.cast.org/udl/

LEARNING AGENDABy the end of our session, you will be able to:

• Perform searches using Course and Subject Gateways, Research Databases, and Boolean Logic in order to find appropriate scholarly materials that fit your research topic

• Cite sources using Cook Library links to resources and help guides in order to promote academic integrity

• Request materials from USMAI and other libraries through ILL in order to diversify your research

SEARCHING IS EXPLORATION

Locating information requires a combination of inquiry, discovery, and serendipity.

Information discovery is nonlinear and iterative,

requiring the use of a broad range of information sources and flexibility

to pursue alternate avenues as new understanding is developed.

Association for College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Framework for

Information Literacy for Higher Education

Thesis Statements and Keyword Searches

Sample Topic:How is current neurological research helping children with dyslexia?Key Concepts could be:

How is current neurological research helping children with dyslexia?Other words we might use for our searches:

children dyslexia neurologicalelementary school “reading dis*” neuro*early childhood “language dis*” “brain science”

“learning dis*”focu

s gr

oup

Boolean Search Tip #1

dyslexianeuro*

Use “AND” to find material related to both concepts.

neuro*

AND

dyslexia


Use “OR” to find material related to either concept.

reading disabil*

OR

dyslexia

dyslexiareading disabil*


neuro* finds… neurology neurosciences neurobehavioral neuron

Use an asterisk

*to find multiple terms with one search.


“language disorders”

“aphasic persons”“preschool children”

“speech therapy”

Use quotes

“ ”to limit your search to specific terms.

Controlled Vocabulary and Subject Terms

Finding the appropriate subject words or “subject tags” that describe your search topic is essential.

Keep track of any good words you find; you will use them in subsequent searches.

Refining Your Search Results

After finding the subject headings that apply to your thesis statement, you may need to refine the number of results shown in your list.

• Use Boolean Logic to Combine Terms Within Fieldschildren OR elementary school OR early childhood ANDdyslexia OR "reading dis*" OR "language dis*" OR "language dis*"ANDbrain development OR neuro*

• Use the “Find More Like This” Feature in EBSCO• Use Subject Headings to Find Articles

RESEARCH DATABASES

Specialized Search Engines:

• Journal Subscriptions

• E-Books

• Primary Sources

• Scholarly/Peer-Reviewed

http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/

COURSE AND SUBJECT GATEWAYS

Research Home Pages:

• Easy to Update

• List Liaison

• Link to Databases

• Present Alternate Sources


REED 729 COURSE GATEWAY


REED 729 SOURCE LIST - RESEARCH BOOKS


REED 729 LIST OF READING JOURNALS


COOK LIBRARY MATERIALS AND SERVICES

The Cook Grad Guide contains information about resources, including:

• Library Hours

• Printing and Copying

• Research Resources

• Citation Styles

• Graduate Program Liaisons

http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/docs/publicity/gradGuide.pdf

INTERLIBRARY LOAN (ILL)

Graduate students have special privileges with ILLiad:

• Document Delivery

• Research Consultations

• Off-Campus Delivery Service

Jason Ezell, Distance Education [email protected], 410-704-5053

http://cooklibrary.towson.edu//gradILL.cfm

INFORMATION HAS VALUE

The creation of information and products derived from information requires a

commitment of time, original thought, and resources that need

to be respected by those seeking to use these

products, or create their own based on the work of others.

Association for College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Framework for

Information Literacy for Higher Education

CITATION HELP GUIDES


CITATION STYLESAPA (American Psychological Association) is the style used in Education

American Psychological Association. (2009). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (6th edition). Washington, DC: Author

• Facilitates Retrieval of Sources• Protects Academic Integrity of Student• Promotes Intellectual Property of Authors• Establishes Validity of Ideas and Research

Sample format:Author, A.A. (2012). Title of article. Title of Periodical,

1(34), 893-896. doi:10.1108/03090560710821161http://cooklibrary.towson.edu/

FINDING ARTICLES USING A CITATION

1.

3.

2.

Author, A.A. (2012). Title of article. Title of Periodical, 1(34), 893-896. doi:10.1108/03090560710821161


FINDING ARTICLES USING A CITATION

1. Click on the Journal List heading in the Quick Tools Menu

2. Type all or part of the Periodical Title into the search field

3. Locate the year in the date ranges and select a database

Use remaining citation information to search the database

Author, A.A. (2012). Title of article. Title of Periodical, 1(34), 893-896. doi:10.1108/03090560710821161


RESEARCH TOOLS FACILITATE CRITICAL THINKINGCitation Tools

• EndNote, RefWorks, ZoteroDocument Delivery

• ILLiad (Interlibrary Loan)Document Management Apps

• Dropbox, Evernote, iAnnotate, Mendeley

Mind Mapping Tools• Bubbl.us, mind42.com

LEARNING OUTCOMES REVISITED

• Navigate to your Course Gateway and Research Databases

• Perform searches for scholarly material using Research Databases

• Explain how to find synonyms for your thesis statement subjects

• Cite your findings using APA-style citations

• Share details about Cook Library materials and services

• Request materials from USMAI and other libraries through ILL

QUESTIONS?Feel free to contact us:

Sarah Gilchrist Claire [email protected]

[email protected] Or any reference librarian:

Cook Library Reference Desk Fall Hours:Monday to Thursday: 8am-10pm

Friday: 8am-8pmSaturday: 12pm-8pm Sunday: 2pm-

10pm

Phone: 410-704-2462 Chat: Ask a LibrarianText: 410-774-1398

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