Exploring and evaluating online resources february 2012
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This document provides strategies for evaluating online resources and improving internet searches. It discusses having students evaluate websites, improving Google searches through the use of operators and keywords, and exploring alternative search engines designed for students. The document also introduces licensed databases available through Knowledge Ontario as curated resources and highlights the importance of formulating clear research questions when searching online. Contact information is provided for any additional questions.
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The document provides an overview of a library research skills session. The objectives are to effectively search Summon and ERIC databases to find research articles, and to find resources for student teaching practicums. It outlines the steps to search for articles on a sample research topic about using technology to encourage boys to read more. These steps include identifying keywords, searching Summon and specific education databases like ERIC. The session also covers finding math and other materials for practicums and free online resources through Knowledge Ontario. Contact information is provided for any questions.
Finding classroom resources for your practicum final
This document provides information about finding classroom resources for teacher practicums. It outlines how to search the library catalogue, Trillium List, and Children's Literature Comprehensive Database to find math manipulatives, textbooks, science kits, children's books, and other materials. It also describes how to use Knowledge Ontario databases like Kids InfoBits, InfoTrac Junior, and Student Resource Centre to find age-appropriate articles, encyclopedias, and other resources for students. The document includes various website links and instructs participants to explore one of the Knowledge Ontario databases and be prepared to share their observations.
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The document provides an overview of conducting a literature review. It defines a literature review as an analysis and synthesis of previous research and publications on a topic. The purpose is to identify gaps in knowledge and position new research. It outlines the research process, including developing search terms, searching library databases and catalogs, evaluating sources, and refining the topic. Tips are provided on critically appraising sources and ensuring a comprehensive search. Reference librarians are available to assist with the literature review process.
Putting The Library In Your Blackboard Pages
The document provides instructions for instructors to integrate library resources into their Blackboard courses. It recommends adding a research help discussion thread and links to course readings and library services. Instructors can link to articles using the article finder or books/journals by finding the item in the catalogue and copying its permanent link. Instructors can also share RefWorks folders with students and request library services like customized workshops, research consultations, and course reserves. The librarian contact is provided to answer any questions.
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This document outlines an agenda for a workshop on conducting literature reviews. It discusses the concept of a literature review, developing a research plan through identifying topics, keywords and potential sources. It provides tips for searching library catalogues and databases effectively and determining the credibility of sources. The document emphasizes summarizing and synthesizing existing works rather than arguing original points. Participants are encouraged to ask questions of the presenter or librarians for research assistance.
Literature Review CIE1001
This document outlines what a literature review is, its purpose, and the process for conducting one. It defines a literature review as an analysis and synthesis of previous scholarly work on a topic. The main purposes are to evaluate existing knowledge, identify gaps, and provide context for further research. Key differences from an essay are that a literature review focuses on summarizing others' work rather than making an original argument. The research process involves identifying sources, critically evaluating them, organizing findings, and synthesizing major themes and gaps.
Introduction to ERIC
ERIC is a free online digital library containing over 1.3 million education-related resources including journal articles, books, conference papers, theses, and government documents. The workshop introduced participants to searching ERIC, including using descriptors from the thesaurus which are standardized terms to describe topics, versus keywords which are any words found in records. Hands-on activities demonstrated how descriptor searches using terms from the thesaurus can provide more focused results than keyword searches. Participants were shown ERIC tutorials and help resources and told to contact the library for assistance.
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Exploring and evaluating online resources february 2012
- 1. Exploring and Evaluating Online Resources Monique Flaccavento OISE Library monique.flaccavento@utoronto.ca
- 2. By the end of today’s session, you will have: Strategies to help your students evaluate websites Strategies to help your students improve their Google searches An awareness of student-friendly resources beyond Google Outcomes
- 3. Evaluating Websites Improving Google Searches Alternatives to Google OnlineResources Available Through Knowledge Ontario / School Board Library Sites Agenda
- 4. What are some of the issues / challenges your students will face when searching the internet? Discussion
- 5. Issues students face in searching: - - - - - - - - -
- 6. A search for Immigrants Toronto in Google…
- 7. …yields over 14.5 million results!
- 8. How could a student be tricked into thinking that these sites are real? Tree Octopus http://zapatopi.net/treeoctopus/ Martin Luther King http://www.martinlutherking.org/ Evaluation of Websites
- 9. pp. 31-32 Tools for Evaluating Websites http://go.utlib.ca/cat/5993033
- 12. - (to exclude) “ ” (phrase search) OR google site:.edu * (Obama voted * on the * bill) Improving Google Searches
- 19. What makes this search engine better / worse than Google (for your students)? Be prepared to share your findings with the class. Activity
- 20. http://www.askkids.com/ http://kids.yahoo.com/ http://yippy.com/ http://www.quintura.com/ http://www.dmoz.org/Kids_and_Teens/ Activity
- 21. Internet Licensed Resources No editor or Professionally created gatekeeper (not / edited filtered) Materials carefully Sponsored hits / selected (censorship; quality control) advertising Current / No censorship (no continuously updated criteria – anyone can Indexed with Subject post anything) Headings Free Internet vs. Licensed Resources
- 22. What are KO Licensed Databases?
- 26. The importance of… Formulating a clear research question / topic (pages 12 – 16 of Research Success @ Your Library) Selecting the “right” keywords and synonyms (see pages 10 & 11 of Research Success @ Your Library) Other things to Consider…
- 27. Creating effective search strategies (pages 21 & 22 of Research Success @ Your Library) Other things to Consider…
- 28. Monique Flaccavento monique.flaccavento@utoronto.ca 416-978-1867 Or askeloise@utoronto.ca Questions? Contact us! We’re here to help!
- 29. These slides are available online