Library Research Tutorials and Guides

These tutorials focus on specific learning outcomes to insure that students can use library resources to succeed in their academic endeavors and to build a kahua (foundation) for life-long critical thinking and information literacy skills.

After finishing the tutorials, students should be able to:

• Access library resources to support their academic studies.
• Define and use specific criteria to critically evaluate all information sources
• Identify ethical issues in using information

The lessons focus on answering the following questions:

1. Why should I use libraries?
2. How do I begin the research process and plan a search strategy?
3. How can I locate books & articles to support my academic work?
4. How can I effectively use the Internet for academic research?
5. How do I evaluate information?
6. How do I cite information for my papers?

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