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Lenape HS Media CenterLenape HS Media Center
Mastery ObjectivesMastery Objectives: : Students will be able to . . .Students will be able to . . .
1.Describe and locate various resources available in the 1.Describe and locate various resources available in the media center, including databases, e-books and other media center, including databases, e-books and other resources.resources.
2.Explain what plagiarism is and how to avoid plagiarism 2.Explain what plagiarism is and how to avoid plagiarism when writing a research paper.when writing a research paper.
3.Search databases and credible websites and apply the 3.Search databases and credible websites and apply the information to write their research paper.information to write their research paper.
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Research Process
Research is a process
Research is more than using a search engine and taking the first few sites
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Research Process Steps1. Think about your interests and select a topic of interest to you. 2. Start with a general reference book to gain familiarity3. Create a plan for research - Limit or broaden your topic, discuss
various options with your teacher and your librarians4. Begin research – look for print, electronic and online sources and
keep an accurate record of all sources reviewed 5. Develop a thesis/ your main argument 6. Outline (may be changed as more research is conducted)7. Read, research and take notes.
• 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)
8. Modify outline and thesis/main argument based on research.9. Write a rough draft.10. Revise the rough draft. 11. Finalize paper.
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What resources do we have for class research?
Print Collection• Books (nonfiction, fiction, reference, biography)
• Periodicals
Electronic Resources• 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!
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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.
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Evaluate Websites Authority
• Is the author reliable and known? • Is the author trustworthy and knowledgeable about the
subject? Accuracy
• Is the information reliable and does someone check it? Objectivity
• Does page try to sway opinion? Is it free of bias? Currency
• When was page last updated? Is it dated? Coverage
• Does it provide in-depth material?
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Information Not all information is the same – some is
good, some is bad
Don’t waste your time on bad information
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Search Tips
Try to search for subjects Try different variations and terms Try to be as specific as possible
• Searching for “American Dream” will not be helpful
• Search for racism, gender equality, poverty, etc. -- Specific terms
• USE OUR DATABASES – SIRS, Opposing Viewpoints
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References/Citations
“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?
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Plagiarism
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 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?
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Citing references 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
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Easy Bib
Tools you can use http://www.easybib.com
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Explore! Search! Discover!
If you need help, please ask!!!!
SIRS Knowledge SourceOpposing Viewpoints