3. Locate and retrieve relevant information.
This module will provide instruction on how to access information using various print
and electronic finding aids. Suggested components include:
- A. Body of knowledge
- structure of literature
- discipline-specific
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- B. Access points
- detailed/in-depth study vs. summary/overview
- book vs. article
- entire work vs. summary (Cliff notes)
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- C. Subject-specific encyclopedias and dictionaries
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- D. Biographical sources
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- E. Research guides
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- F. Bibliographies
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- G. Indexes and Abstracts
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- H. Statistical sources
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- I. Handbooks
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- J. Government documents
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- K. Associations and Organizations
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- L. Internet tools
- Web search engines
- Gopher search tools
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- M. Other relevant sources
- Yearbooks and annual reviews
- Major periodicals in the field