Class Handouts
A few class handouts in MS Word format. Other handouts available as links throughout this webpage.
Get Organized
A citation guide plus a few free web tools to help you collect, organize, and cite your research:
- Citing References Cite your sources the right way!
- Zotero
A Firefox extension to help collect, manage, and cite research sources. - Del.icio.us Web bookmarks/favorite available from any browser. A great way to organize and share useful web information
- Bloglines a tool to organize and skim multiple blogs and RSS feeds
- Google RSS Reader Real simple syndication (RSS) is a relatively easy way to skim and view new updated content on multiple favorite websites
Welcome!
Welcome to Research Strategies for JOUR 300! Today in class we'll cover resources, tips and tricks that will improve your research skills and make your life easier (at least in this class)!
What do I hope you'll learn today?
1) How to find local community data
2) How to find current and past news reporting
3) How to use the library and get help with research
You can return to this website anytime to download course documents, link to resources, brush up on techniques, or contact me or another librarian for help.
Thanks for coming!
-Nicole
Web Search Strategies in Plain English
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Teach Yourself
Intro to College Level Research
An overview of college research, including the web and library resources.
Creating a Research Strategy
How to turn your topic into a search that will WORK!
Locating Information
Learn about the library research resources you will need to use for your assignments, and some advice on how to search them.
Evaluating Information
How to evaluate the information you locate, including the difference between scholarly and non-scholarly sources.
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Contact Info:
J. Paul Leonard Library Annex II
San Francisco State University
1630 Holloway Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94132-4030
(415) 338-6138
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Subjects:
Communication Studies & Journalism
Office Hours
By Appointment (Tue-Wed-Fri)
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