Instructional Resources
This section provides valuable information regarding proper citation of academic papers, defining and avoiding plagiarism, effective Internet searching skills, and online tutorials for databases.
Why use Instructional Resources?
Use this section to gain new skills and sharpen existing ability in researching, devising effective searches, paraphrasing properly, and formatting citation in APA style. This online instruction is conveniently available to you for review whenever needed.
How do I use Instructional Resources?
Simply browse the available information within the section and click on the appropriate link.
Library Tutorials and Workshops
This section provides online library tutorials pertaining to library services and resources such as databases and useful documents (which are available to print) relating to library instructional sessions. Please take advantage of these tutorials and documents as they are available anytime and practical for beginner to expert researchers.
Are you an instructor that would like to schedule a library tour or workshop for your class? Go to the "Library Orientation Request Form" under FORMS on the Chalkboard to submit your request.
Use this section for tutorials regarding the appropriate use of the Internet and how to formulate the most effective searches using Internet search engines, keywords, power searches, Boolean commands, and more. A section on how to evaluate web pages found on the Internet is also included.
Learn how to cite in APA style and view examples, evaluate information for your research, avoid plagiarism and properly paraphrase information, and define library and Internet terms.