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Research Basics Modules

Interactive Flash versions of tutorials introducing library research basics. (Download Flash Player)

Popular, Scholarly, or Trade?: Video Module (4:12)

  • Learn the difference between popular, scholarly, and trade publications


Searching With A Purpose: Video Module (6:55)

  • Selecting a research topic or inquiry
  • Beginning your search for information


Identifying Credible Web Sites: Video Module (4:40)

  • How to critically examine a Web site
  • Evaluate authority, accuracy, currency, and other criteria


Citing Sources - Avoiding Plagiarism: Video Module (3:00)

  • What is plagiarism?
  • When do I need to use a citation?


The Anatomy Of A Citation: Video Module (4:47)

  • Learn how to identify the different parts of a citation.


Ask A Librarian Videos

Student-made videos on getting help from a librarian.
QuickTime format (download player) Assignments

Short assignments based on the first three tutorials can be found here:
http://guides.lib.msu.edu/page.phtml?page_id=1937

Instructions for Linking to Modules and Assignments in ANGEL

Link to these modules and/or assignments directly from within your ANGEL class:
http://staff.lib.msu.edu/smiller/ANGELModulesHandout.doc

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Last updated: 09-25-2009

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