McNeese English 102 Library Instruction

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1. First and Last Name

First and Last Name

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2. English Instructor's Name

English Instructor's Name

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3. Class Section

Class Section

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4. Which of the following is NOT true regarding scholarly journals?

Which of the following is NOT true regarding scholarly journals?   Scholarly journals use glossy advertisements Scholarly journals are peer reviewed by experts in the field Scholarly journals provide bibliographies with references for further study Scholarly journals exist for all kinds of disciplines and fields of study

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5. It is important in your research to know the differences between primary and secondary sources. The following list includes differences between primary and secondary sources. Check all that apply.

It is important in your research to know the differences between primary and secondary sources. The following list includes differences between primary and secondary sources. Check all that apply.   Primary sources are original documents created during the event while secondary sources are one step removed from the actual event. Primary sources include resources such as newspapers from the time period studied, diaries, memoirs, and oral histories, while secondary sources include encyclopedias, textbooks and scholarly journal articles. Secondary sources can help you find background information on your topic while Primary sources enable the researcher to get as close as possible to what actually happened during an historical event or time period. Primary and Secondary sources are located both in the print collection as well as in electronic databases.

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6. What is the best way to access Frazar Memorial Library’s collection of electronic books? Choose one of the following:

What is the best way to access Frazar Memorial Library’s collection of electronic books? Choose one of the following:   Search the Academic Search Complete database Set up an account in interlibrary loan Google the keywords ‘electronic books’ and ‘Frazar Memorial Library’ Search the NetLibrary database

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7. The Government Documents Collection at Frazar Memorial Library is a Federal Depository Library with an excellent source of primary resource materials, including international, regional, and local government information, available in print, microform, CD-ROM, and online.

The Government Documents Collection at Frazar Memorial Library is a Federal Depository Library with an excellent source of primary resource materials, including international, regional, and local government information, available in print, microform, CD-ROM, and online.   True False

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8. There are numerous ways to start your research on a topic. What scholarly methods discussed in this class would be appropriate for getting started? Select all that apply:

There are numerous ways to start your research on a topic. What scholarly methods discussed in this class would be appropriate for getting started? Select all that apply:   Browse the reference print materials located behind the reference desk on the first floor of the library Search a database available from the library’s website Apply critical thinking to pinpoint just what your needs are Search any primary and secondary sources available through the library catalog and interlibrary loan

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9. Your initial search for information about Louisiana was too broad. What is the best way to narrow your search using Boolean terms?

Your initial search for information about Louisiana was too broad. What is the best way to narrow your search using Boolean terms?   Louisiana AND Swamp Louisiana OR Swamp Louisiana NOT Swamp Louisiana + Swamp

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10. There are many ways to search library resources to find information. If your initial search strategy does not work, which of the following is an appropriate alternative?

There are many ways to search library resources to find information. If your initial search strategy does not work, which of the following is an appropriate alternative?   Find a subject term appropriate for your topic and use it to conduct a new search Conduct an advanced search using limiters and filters to refine your search Choose a different resource to search (another database, a catalog, etc.) Consult a librarian for assistance All of the above strategies are appropriate

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11. Which of the following statements is not true about subject terms?

Which of the following statements is not true about subject terms?   Subject terms are created by librarians and other information professionals The subject terms of one item can lead you to additional similar items Keywords and subject terms are the same things Subject terms can be found in an item’s record

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12. What is the least reliable indicator that an online resource is appropriate to use for your university class?

What is the least reliable indicator that an online resource is appropriate to use for your university class?   Site has a high Google ranking Information came from a recognized expert in the field Site is hosted at an educational institution You found a reference to the site in a bibliography of a scholarly journal article

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13. Properly citing your sources and avoiding plagiarism is very important in academia. Check all of the reasons why.

Properly citing your sources and avoiding plagiarism is very important in academia. Check all of the reasons why.   A proper citation will help your reader efficiently find the information that you put into your paper. A proper citation gives credit to the person who created the information that you used for your paper. Properly citing your sources is one way you can demonstrate your academic integrity. Properly citing your sources is a way to uphold Louisiana law Properly citing your sources is a way to avoid academic consequences such as probation