Course Description
This course covers developing search strategies for using electronic resources in the humanities, social and behavioral sciences, physical and life sciences, and health-related fields. Emphasis is placed on the reference interview, teaching Boolean logic and other search strategies, retrieving and evaluating information, and citing it in APA/MLA style. Upon completion, students should be able to describe methods of information retrieval, use search strategies to teach basic research using databases, and cite resources appropriately.
Course Typically Offered
Spring
3
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CLASS
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2
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2
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LAB
Contact Hours
2
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2