AVC Library Research & Resources by Linda Parker

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Often research seems overwhelming. But, you don't have to use fancy language or a special vocabulary. The best place to start is using natural or everyday language.

C.R.A.A.P. Test:

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First developed by librarians at Cal State Chico, this document helps you ask questions related to a resource's:
Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose

Mind Map Tool:

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Use this tool to help you brainstorm related terms!

Link to 4 Library Tutorials:

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Need a refresher?? Pick which one best suits your current needs!

Popular vs. Scholarly Sources:

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Google Scholar:

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The academic side of Google!

Purdue Owl:

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For citations & style guides!

APA 7th ed. Common Reference Examples:

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This is a quick-start guide to formatting sources in the APA style.

C.R.A.A.P. Worksheet:

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Provides a numerical checklist method to help evaluate resources.

To Access EBSCO:

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Scroll down toward the bottom of the Library Homepage to find the EBSCO portal.

To Search Primo (the Library Catalog):

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Search for books, DVDs, etc. to see what's available at the Library.

MLA 9th ed. Citations by Format:

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A quick-start guide showing resource examples in the MLA style.

From the AVC Writing Center:

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Research Paper Guide/Checklist

Chicago/Turabian Style:

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Links specifically to the Chicago/Turabian section of the Purdue Owl.

APA Color-Coded Reference Guide:

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The Research Funnel

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Chicago/Turabian Quick-Start Guide:

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Thinking Tool

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Use this tool to help you develop your topic, keywords, and search terms.

DAPPR Test

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Provides another way to evaluate your resources to see which is good, better, or best.

S.I.F.T. Method

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Aids in evaluating online sources to uncover the context of that information.