This document summarizes a library instruction session on research databases and search strategies. It discusses constructing effective search strategies using Boolean operators, truncation, adjacency, and subject headings. It also reviews background databases and subject specific databases for researching Latinx populations in the United States, including Academic Search Complete, SocINDEX, and America: History & Life. Tips are provided for searching, evaluating results, and obtaining full-text articles through interlibrary loan if needed.
ResearchGate, SciHub, and Beyond: Sharing Scholarly Work LegallyErin Owens
Slides from a presentation given to faculty and graduate students at Sam Houston State University on Nov. 17, 2017, by Erin Owens. Session description: "Academic publishers recently announced plans to crack down on scholarly works posted on ResearchGate. Legal battles continue over the pirate sharing site SciHub. Meanwhile faculty just want to share and access research conveniently; what's a good scholar to do? In this one-hour session, you'll learn practical do's, don'ts, tips, and tools to legally approach the sharing of scholarly work on the web, including learning how your campus librarians can help!"
Predatory publishing: pitfalls for the unwary. 25 Oct 2013Simon Huggard
Presentation given at the Library Research Forum, La Trobe University, 25 October 2013. Discusses issues with predatory publishers and what to check. Discusses open access publishing in an institutional digital repository
ResearchGate, SciHub, and Beyond: Sharing Scholarly Work LegallyErin Owens
Slides from a presentation given to faculty and graduate students at Sam Houston State University on Nov. 17, 2017, by Erin Owens. Session description: "Academic publishers recently announced plans to crack down on scholarly works posted on ResearchGate. Legal battles continue over the pirate sharing site SciHub. Meanwhile faculty just want to share and access research conveniently; what's a good scholar to do? In this one-hour session, you'll learn practical do's, don'ts, tips, and tools to legally approach the sharing of scholarly work on the web, including learning how your campus librarians can help!"
Predatory publishing: pitfalls for the unwary. 25 Oct 2013Simon Huggard
Presentation given at the Library Research Forum, La Trobe University, 25 October 2013. Discusses issues with predatory publishers and what to check. Discusses open access publishing in an institutional digital repository
What is meant by ‘predatory publisher’? Who is preyed on and by whom? What are the consequences of this publishing phenomenon? The Director of the US ISSN Center will draw on the experience of the ISSN Network and National Library of Medicine (NLM) to explore these issues. Criteria for inclusion in NLM’s indexes and the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), as well as criteria for denying or revoking an ISSN, will be outlined. Statistics on the ubiquity and longevity of these publications, their impact on ISSN and NLM, and the role of librarians will be discussed.
Predatory publishing: what it is and how to avoid itUQSCADS
There are currently approximately 28,000 journals publishing 1.5 million papers annually. Although the majority of new journals are legitimate, the credentials of some are questionable. Such journals and publishers are referred to as 'predatory'. They commonly send spam emails to potential authors, solicit submissions and request payment of article processing charges, but lack academic rigor or credibility.
This presentation provides researchers with
an insight into predatory behaviors and and how they can avoid them.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Scholarly PublishingErin Owens
Learn more about how all of us can help to further equity, diversity, and inclusion in scholarship with the choices that we make as authors, reviewers, and readers.
There are currently approximately 28,000 journals publishing 1.5 million papers annually. Although the majority of new journals are legitimate, the credentials of some are questionable. Such journals and publishers are referred to as 'predatory'. They commonly send spam emails to potential authors, solicit submissions and request payment of article processing charges, but lack academic rigour or credibility. This presentation will look at examples of publishers, publications and provide practical tips to identify and avoid predatory publishers.
Lars Bjørnshauge's presentation to the National Scholarly Editor's Forum of South Africa, Cape Town, 30th July 2014. Questionable publishing practices are not a phenomenon limited to open access publishers. In this presentation, Lars explores the phenomenon of questionable publishing practices, sometimes referred to as predatory publishers. The slides explore some thoughts on guidelines for transparency and what DOAJ is doing in this area. It includes tips on how to spot a questionable publisher in 5 minutes!
"How to Publish" Virtual Learning Series, Session Two: Preparing a Paper for ...Erin Owens
Series: These workshops have been developed specifically for graduate students (masters or doctoral) who hope to begin publishing soon but aren't sure where to start. Each session will include insight, resources, and hands-on activities designed to increase your knowledge and confidence about the scholarly publishing process. Although these sessions are designed with SHSU graduate students in mind, other individuals are also welcome.
Session: Learn tips for formatting, submitting, and successfully navigating the peer review and revision process.
What is meant by ‘predatory publisher’? Who is preyed on and by whom? What are the consequences of this publishing phenomenon? The Director of the US ISSN Center will draw on the experience of the ISSN Network and National Library of Medicine (NLM) to explore these issues. Criteria for inclusion in NLM’s indexes and the Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), as well as criteria for denying or revoking an ISSN, will be outlined. Statistics on the ubiquity and longevity of these publications, their impact on ISSN and NLM, and the role of librarians will be discussed.
Predatory publishing: what it is and how to avoid itUQSCADS
There are currently approximately 28,000 journals publishing 1.5 million papers annually. Although the majority of new journals are legitimate, the credentials of some are questionable. Such journals and publishers are referred to as 'predatory'. They commonly send spam emails to potential authors, solicit submissions and request payment of article processing charges, but lack academic rigor or credibility.
This presentation provides researchers with
an insight into predatory behaviors and and how they can avoid them.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Scholarly PublishingErin Owens
Learn more about how all of us can help to further equity, diversity, and inclusion in scholarship with the choices that we make as authors, reviewers, and readers.
There are currently approximately 28,000 journals publishing 1.5 million papers annually. Although the majority of new journals are legitimate, the credentials of some are questionable. Such journals and publishers are referred to as 'predatory'. They commonly send spam emails to potential authors, solicit submissions and request payment of article processing charges, but lack academic rigour or credibility. This presentation will look at examples of publishers, publications and provide practical tips to identify and avoid predatory publishers.
Lars Bjørnshauge's presentation to the National Scholarly Editor's Forum of South Africa, Cape Town, 30th July 2014. Questionable publishing practices are not a phenomenon limited to open access publishers. In this presentation, Lars explores the phenomenon of questionable publishing practices, sometimes referred to as predatory publishers. The slides explore some thoughts on guidelines for transparency and what DOAJ is doing in this area. It includes tips on how to spot a questionable publisher in 5 minutes!
"How to Publish" Virtual Learning Series, Session Two: Preparing a Paper for ...Erin Owens
Series: These workshops have been developed specifically for graduate students (masters or doctoral) who hope to begin publishing soon but aren't sure where to start. Each session will include insight, resources, and hands-on activities designed to increase your knowledge and confidence about the scholarly publishing process. Although these sessions are designed with SHSU graduate students in mind, other individuals are also welcome.
Session: Learn tips for formatting, submitting, and successfully navigating the peer review and revision process.
Online library session for Dr. DeFalco's ENGL416 course, "Literature and the Sea." Using these recommendations will greatly assist the success of your third research paper for class.
Tips on accessing library resources from off-campus, identifying keywords and synonyms, evaluating information, and more presented 6/25 & 6/26 at the UIC Library.
Introduction to Library Research Skills
How do I effectively and efficiently do research and navigate the college's online library?
This workshop will introduce you to the principles of academic research and show you how to best use the ESC Library resources to find sources and cite them in your academic papers.
The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
We all have good and bad thoughts from time to time and situation to situation. We are bombarded daily with spiraling thoughts(both negative and positive) creating all-consuming feel , making us difficult to manage with associated suffering. Good thoughts are like our Mob Signal (Positive thought) amidst noise(negative thought) in the atmosphere. Negative thoughts like noise outweigh positive thoughts. These thoughts often create unwanted confusion, trouble, stress and frustration in our mind as well as chaos in our physical world. Negative thoughts are also known as “distorted thinking”.
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
This is a presentation by Dada Robert in a Your Skill Boost masterclass organised by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan (EFSS) on Saturday, the 25th and Sunday, the 26th of May 2024.
He discussed the concept of quality improvement, emphasizing its applicability to various aspects of life, including personal, project, and program improvements. He defined quality as doing the right thing at the right time in the right way to achieve the best possible results and discussed the concept of the "gap" between what we know and what we do, and how this gap represents the areas we need to improve. He explained the scientific approach to quality improvement, which involves systematic performance analysis, testing and learning, and implementing change ideas. He also highlighted the importance of client focus and a team approach to quality improvement.
Students, digital devices and success - Andreas Schleicher - 27 May 2024..pptxEduSkills OECD
Andreas Schleicher presents at the OECD webinar ‘Digital devices in schools: detrimental distraction or secret to success?’ on 27 May 2024. The presentation was based on findings from PISA 2022 results and the webinar helped launch the PISA in Focus ‘Managing screen time: How to protect and equip students against distraction’ https://www.oecd-ilibrary.org/education/managing-screen-time_7c225af4-en and the OECD Education Policy Perspective ‘Students, digital devices and success’ can be found here - https://oe.cd/il/5yV
Synthetic Fiber Construction in lab .pptxPavel ( NSTU)
Synthetic fiber production is a fascinating and complex field that blends chemistry, engineering, and environmental science. By understanding these aspects, students can gain a comprehensive view of synthetic fiber production, its impact on society and the environment, and the potential for future innovations. Synthetic fibers play a crucial role in modern society, impacting various aspects of daily life, industry, and the environment. ynthetic fibers are integral to modern life, offering a range of benefits from cost-effectiveness and versatility to innovative applications and performance characteristics. While they pose environmental challenges, ongoing research and development aim to create more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. Understanding the importance of synthetic fibers helps in appreciating their role in the economy, industry, and daily life, while also emphasizing the need for sustainable practices and innovation.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
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The Indian economy is classified into different sectors to simplify the analysis and understanding of economic activities. For Class 10, it's essential to grasp the sectors of the Indian economy, understand their characteristics, and recognize their importance. This guide will provide detailed notes on the Sectors of the Indian Economy Class 10, using specific long-tail keywords to enhance comprehension.
For more information, visit-www.vavaclasses.com
The French Revolution, which began in 1789, was a period of radical social and political upheaval in France. It marked the decline of absolute monarchies, the rise of secular and democratic republics, and the eventual rise of Napoleon Bonaparte. This revolutionary period is crucial in understanding the transition from feudalism to modernity in Europe.
For more information, visit-www.vavaclasses.com
2. What we will be doing today
1. Review where to find online Library services & research
support.
2. Review search strategy construction
3. Review background & subject specific databases.
4. Answer your research or search questions.
5. If time allows, we will try out your search strategies in
subject specific & background databases.
SUSAN LUÉVANO, CSULB, UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
3. SUSAN LUÉVANO, CSULB, UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
All class resources will be found on the CHLS Research Guide
1. Click on: Research Guides from the Library homepage https://www.csulb.edu/university-
library
2. Click on: Chicano & Latino Studies
3. Click on: CHLS 350 Latinx Populations in the United States Fall 2021
OR go to https://csulb.libguides.com/chls350
4. Need a little help?
SUSAN LUÉVANO, CSULB, UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
• Chat with a Librarian
• View video tutorials
• Review class slides
• “Ask a Librarian” chat
• Contact Susan
5. HOW DO I FIND BACKGROUND AND
SCHOLARLY INFORMATION TO SUPPORT MY
PROVOCATIVE QUESTION?
6. SEARCH TIP: BOOLEAN OPERATORS
•WHAT ARE BOOLEAN OPERATORS?
COMPUTER SEARCH COMMANDS USED TO
LINK ABSTRACT CONCEPTS .
•AND, OR, NOT
CREATING A SEARCH STRATEGY
8. SEARCH TIP: TRUNCATION
• TRUNCATION *
• SEARCH ROOT WORD WITH VARIANT ENDINGS
• MORE RESULTS
• PLURALS
• ASTERISK *
• EDUCAT*
• EDUCATE
• EDUCATES
• EDUCATED
• EDUCATION
• EDUCATIONALLY
Creating a Search Strategy
9. SEARCH TIP: ADJACENCY
•ADJACENCY
• FORCED PHRASE COMMAND
• USED FOR CONCEPT SEARCHING
• QUOTATION MARKS “ XXXX”
• EXAMPLES
•“PEOPLE OF COLOR”
• “HISPANICS FOR TRUMP”
• “FOOD INSECURITY”
• “ CHICANA FEMINIS*”
• “HEALTH DISPARIT*”
Creating a Search Strategy
10. RESEARCH TIP: VOCABULARLY
POPULAR V. SCHOLARLY
•TEENAGERS V. ADOLESCENTS
ETHNIC GROUP LABELS- UMBRELLA TERMS V. SPECIFIC TERMS
•HISPANIC, LATINO, LATINX, CENTRAL AMERICAN
•BETTER RESULTS WITH MORE SPECIFIC ETHNIC LABEL
•MEXICAN AMERICAN
•SALVADORAN AMERICAN
•PUERTO RICAN
•CUBAN AMERICAN
•CHICANX OR CHICANE
PHOTOBY TIM MOSSHOLDER ON UNSPLASH
•
CREATING A SEARCH STRATEGY
11. SEARCH TIPS
•USE THE MOST UNIQUE TERMS IN THE SEARCH STATEMENT
•LESS IS MORE
•USE SYNONYMOUS WORDS
•IDENTIFY SUBJECT HEADINGS
•REPEAT AND REVISE
CREATING A SEARCH STRATEGY
16. AMERICA: HISTORY & LIFE (EBSCO)
•HISTORY LITERATURE: US & CANADA
•JOURNALS, BOOKS, BOOK CHAPTER, BOOK REVIEWS &
DISSERTATIONS
•NOT AVAILABLE? CHECK
18. HOW DO I GET FULL-TEXT ARTICLE?
1
8
Creating a Search
Strategy
19. Nofulltextavailable? UseBeachReach
You MUST sign-in to see BeachReach option
SUSAN LUÉVANO, CSULB, UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
What is BeachReach?
A FREE Interlibrary loan service.
Request needed articles. They will be
scanned & delivered to your
BeachReach account. You will receive
an email to notify you when article is
available. Log into BeachReach to
access article.
22. EMAIL & INTERNAL CITATION GENERATOR
SUSAN LUÉVANO,
CSULB, UNIVERSITY
LIBRARY
Use pull down menu to select MLA or APA
Type in your email address here.
23. SEARCH TIPS
•WHAT TO DO IF YOU GET TOO MUCH?
LIMIT OPTIONS, E.G. AGE, GEOGRAPHY, ETHNICITY, GENDER
FIELD SEARCHING, E.G. SUBJECT HEADINGS, DATE, LANGUAGE
COMBINE SEARCHES OR ADD MORE CONCEPTS
•WHAT TO DO IF YOU GET TOO FEW?
ELIMINATE CONCEPTS/USE BROADER TOPIC
RELATED ARTICLES
CITED REFERENCES
29. NEED A LITTLE HELP?
•ONLINE VIDEOS
•CHLS RESEARCH GUIDE
•ASK A LIBRARIANS CHAT
•CLASS SLIDES
•ZOOM OR EMAIL CONSULTATIONS
• SUSAN LUÉVANO
• SUSAN. LUEVANO@CSULB.EDU
30. WORK TIME
•YOUR TURN!
•FIND A ONE PEER-REVIEWED JOURNAL ARTICLE .
•EMAIL THE ARTICLE TO YOURSELF IN APA OR MLA
FORMAT.
•FIND ONE BOOK ON OR RELATED TO YOUR TOPIC.
•EMAIL THE BIBLIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION TO YOURSELF.
