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ENG 102, Trale, Boyce:   Video Tips

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Library Overview

Learn about the online resources available from the CCAC Library.

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Scholarly vs Popular

Learn the differences between scholarly academic articles and popular magazines. Academic journals are often required for research assignments.

from Vanderbilt University


What are scholarly sources?

The publication should be a scholarly journal not a newspaper or popular magazine.
The authors are scholars or professionals in the field and are normally affiliated with an educational institution or organization.
The article should have an abstract, citations and reference list.
Look for a phrases like “this study examines…” or “we did research to find…”
Articles are lengthy with few pictures.
Does not include any advertisements.

Why Databases?

Learn why library databases can be better than Google for academic research!

from Florida State College at Jacksonville

Using OneSearch

Use OneSearch to find books, eBooks, scholarly journals, magazines, newspapers, videos and more.

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