Transcript Lenape HS Media Center

Lenape HS Media Center
Mastery Objectives: Students will be able to . . .
1.Describe and locate various resources available in the
media center, including databases, e-books and other
resources.
2.Explain what plagiarism is and how to avoid plagiarism
when writing a research paper.
3.Search databases and credible websites and apply the
information to write their research paper.
Research Process
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Research is a process
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Research is more than using a
search engine and taking the first
few sites
Research Process Steps
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Think about your interests and select a topic of interest to you.
Start with a general reference book to gain familiarity
Create a plan for research - Limit or broaden your topic, discuss
various options with your teacher and your librarians
Begin research – look for print, electronic and online sources and
keep an accurate record of all sources reviewed
Develop a thesis/ your main argument
Outline (may be changed as more research is conducted)
Read, research and take notes.
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May want to use notecards or keep track of notes in some other way
Keep accurate records
Evaluate websites (see media center e-board for website evaluation tips)
Modify outline and thesis/main argument based on research.
Write a rough draft.
Revise the rough draft.
Finalize paper.
What resources do we have for
class research?
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Print Collection
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Books (nonfiction, fiction, reference, biography)
Periodicals
Electronic Resources
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Databases (online databases)
Internet access
Our media center website –
http://www.lrhsd.org/lhsmedia
Ms. Fauver and Mr. Byrne – please come ask
us for help!
Databases–
various types of information –
database that may be most
helpful may differ based on your
specific research topic
Ask Ms. Fauver or Mr. Byrne
about which database(s) may be
most useful to you.
Evaluate Websites
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Authority
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Is the author reliable and known?
Is the author trustworthy and knowledgeable about the
subject?
Accuracy
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Is the information reliable and does someone check it?
Objectivity
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Does page try to sway opinion? Is it free of bias?
Currency
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When was page last updated? Is it dated?
Coverage
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Does it provide in-depth material?
Information
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Not all information is the same – some is
good, some is bad
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Don’t waste your time on bad information
Search Tips
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Try to search for subjects
Try different variations and terms
Try to be as specific as possible
• Searching for “American Dream” will not be
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helpful
Search for racism, gender equality, poverty,
etc. -- Specific terms
USE OUR DATABASES – SIRS, Opposing
Viewpoints
References/Citations
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“properly cite resources”
What does this mean?
Why is it necessary to properly cite
references?
When is it necessary to properly cite
references?
How is this done?
Plagiarism
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What is plagiarism?
What counts as plagiarism?
• What if you don’t copy it word for word?
• What if you rewrite it completely and it does
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not even resemble the original passage?
What if you simply glance at something and
don’t think you will even use it?
How can you avoid plagiarism?
Citing references
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What should be cited?
All ideas, opinions, statements, etc. that
are not your own and that are not part of
the public domain
**when in doubt, always provide a
citation**
Images, books, articles, websites, films,
music, even a class textbook ----- in
short, every format of information can
and should be cited properly
Easy Bib
 Tools
you can use
 http://www.easybib.com
Explore! Search! Discover!
 If
you need help, please ask!!!!
 SIRS
Knowledge Source
 Opposing Viewpoints