Research Guides

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Research Guides FSTY 1313 Citing Sources in MLA
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News in real time Information is limited Not
always accurate
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More detailed information Usually confirmed Some
commentary
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Even more detailed information Often includes
commentary
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From general interest to specific subject Wide
range in level of authority If written by
experts, not written FOR experts Focus shifts to
broader issues of society
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Written by experts for experts Includes original
research or expert analysis References previous
research Peer Reviewed / Refereed
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Books Broad, in-depth coverage Range from
popular to scholarly
Reference Sources Overview of Topic Usually
written by an expert in the field
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Reference books online print
Books use library catalog Accessed from the
library home page
Articles use online databases Accessed from the
library home page
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Web Sites, Use Caution, Evaluate!
Easy to find access Seemingly endless amount of
information Ranges wildly in authority
accuracy Must understand source to determine
appropriate use
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Reference books -- use
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Books use library catalog Accessed from the
library home page
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Articles use online databases Accessed from the
library home page
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Research Guides FSTY 1313 Citing Sources in MLA
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