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What
is Searchpath?
Searchpath
is a self-paced tutorial
where Southeast students can learn basic information literacy concepts and skills. It covers the research
process from initial topic selection to citation styles and the
issue of plagiarism. Access Searchpath from the Libraries'
home page
or directly at
http://library.semo.edu/searchpath/index.html.
Content is organized into six modules:
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1
- Starting smart |
an
overview that introduces students to various types of sources
as well as evaluation of evidence and sources. |
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2
- Choosing a topic |
which
provides tips on broadening and narrowing a topic and discusses
search concepts. |
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3
- Using the Catalog |
which has live practice searches in our online catalog. |
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4
- Finding articles |
in
which students can practice searching the Academic Search
Premier
database. |
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5
- Using the Web |
which includes the comparative evaluation of Web sources. |
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6
- Citing sources |
a module that also includes the topics of plagiarism and copyright. |
Each module takes about 15-20 minutes to complete and is
followed by a short quiz. All UI100 sections are automatically
given access to the quizzes at the beginning of each semester.
For all other classes, instructors need to arrange quiz access for
their students by contacting Claudia Ruediger. Instructors too can view and
practice taking the quizzes. For access, contact Claudia for the username and password.
Does
Searchpath replace information literacy instruction?
No.
We offer course-related instruction designed just for your class. Research shows that:
- Students
learn best and retain most when they need the information.
- Instruction
is more effective when the course instructor is present.
- Instruction
is more effective when coordinated with a class assignment.
To arrange an
information literacy session or access to Searchpath quizzes
contact:
Claudia
Ruediger, phone: 986-6793, email:
cruediger@semo.edu.
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