Your Librarian
Learning Outcomes
Students will be able to
- Identify and locate core services and functions of the library;
- Differentiate between types of sources they can use in their academic projects;
- Evaluate the credibility of online sources for use in their assignments.
In-Class Activities
Part I: Library Website Scavenger Hunt
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Take a Tour of the Library WebsiteUse this "Scavenger Hunt" to locate key library resources. Answers will be discussed in class.
Part II: Types of Sources
Kim will review the Understanding Source Types tab and the other tabs of library resources.
Part III: Evaluating Sources
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Read/Skim "How Counting Noncitizens Distorts State Legislatures"Article from Center for Immigration Studies
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With a partner, discuss the questions about lateral reading.Find the Lateral Reading Questions on the flip side or second page of the worksheet.
