Citing Sources:
Is google scholar reliable?
Yes, but should be used after other resources
What is an annotated bibliography?
a bibliography with descriptive notes (aka annotations) about each source written below their citations. Citations can vary in length from a few sentences to a few pages, so it’s important to check with your instructor about their expectations regarding length.
Which floor/s are the restroom/s located?
All floors
What can you use ScholarOneSearch to search for?
Databases, print & electronic books, and digital media.
What should you take when you read
Notes
What is a citation manager?
Software that aids in collecting, organizing, and sharing data
What is an argumentative essay?
a genre of writing that requires you to investigate a topic; collect, generate, and evaluate evidence; and establish a position on the topic in a concise manner.
When does the library open?
24 hours a day
What database would you use for business research?
Business Source Complete or ABI/INFORM.
What should you do after reading a scholarly article?
Re-read
What are the two most common styles?
MLA and APA
What is an inquiry-based essay?
a process of writing based on the exploration of a question through research and analysis, allowing the evidence to guide your argument and further questions.
Which Northeastern campuses have libraries?
Oakland, Boston
What does “peer-reviewed” mean?
A source reviewed by experts before publication to ensure quality.
What should you read first in a scholarly article?
Introduction
What do you do if the library doesn't have a book or article that is not in the collection?
Request an interlibrary loan
What is an op-ed?
An essay in a Newspaper or magazine that gives the opinion of the writer and which is written by someone not employed by the publication.
Which floor is the recording studio on?
2nd floor: can assist with audio and video media projects.
Where can you get full-text articles from off campus?
By logging in with your NU credentials or using the library proxy link.
What should you read after the introduction in a scholarly article?
Conclusion/Discussion
Which citation managers does the library support? Name 2
The Northeastern library supports EndNote, Mendeley, RefWorks, and Zotero. We also support the use of BibTeX and LaTeX.
What is rhetorical analysis?
An examination of a text to understand and evaluate the language and techniques the author uses to persuade their audience.
Where is the Northeastern University Archives and Special Collections?
Lower Level
What’s one advantage of using the library database over Google?
It gives access to - credible, paid academic sources that Google can’t show.
What is the 5-part layout of a research article?
Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Conclusion