UConn Library Reference and Student Success Services
Keyword Generator Interactive Module http://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/prod/keywordgen/index.html Keyword Generator Worksheet https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/Online_Curriculum_Document_Files/Find_Information/Generating_Keywords_Worksheet_With_Instructions.pdf
PDF 2017.09 Reviewed 2023.08 Captivate 2019.01 Reviewed 2023.08
Research question generation in 2 formats: printable worksheet and interactive online module
Research Question Generator Interactive Module http://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/prod/researchquestiongen/index.html Research Question Generator Worksheet https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/Online_Curriculum_Document_Files/Get_Started/Accessible_Research_Question_Generator_Form.pdf
Customizable worksheet to support student reflection and peer learning during the research process.
Research Log PDF https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/Online_Curriculum_Document_Files/Accessible_IL_Curriculum_Research_Log_Format_Version.pdf
Time management tool that outlines the process of researching and writing based on the due date.
https://lib.uconn.edu/services/ask/get-help/writing/assignment-calculator/
Identifying and understanding key elements of an assignment.
Metacognitive tool for beginning research. Helps organize what you know and what you want to learn.
https://uconn.libwizard.com/f/generaldatabases
Tutorial on choosing information sources based on need.
https://uconn.libwizard.com/f/format
Identifying Primary & Secondary Sources for Humanities and Social Sciences
LibWizard tutorial testing ability to identify items as primary or secondary sources.
https://uconn.libwizard.com/f/primarysecondary
A brief introduction to key services available from the UConn Library for ECE students.
https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/eceintro/ Video https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/eceintro/introucs.mp4 Embed Code
A brief explanation of databases and how to find databases available from the UConn Library.
https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/exploringarticle/ Video https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/exploringarticle/articledb.mp4 Embed Code
A brief tutorial on searching for materials.
https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/gettingbook/ Video https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/gettingbook/getbook.mp4 Embed Code
A brief tutorial on conducting a search in a general database.
https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/simplesearch/ Video https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/simplesearch/conductingsearch.mp4 Embed Code
A short tutorial on limiting general database results.
https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/narrowingsearch/narrow.mp4 Embed Code
A brief tutorial on accessing full text articles or requesting materials from Interlibrary Services.
https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/gettingarticle/ Video https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/gettingarticle/gettingarticle.mp4 Embed Code
A brief tutorial on using the advanced search features of the library catalog.
https://guides.lib.uconn.edu/advancedsearch
2 complementary worksheets that examine sources collectively.
Assessing Your Sources Together: https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/Online_Curriculum_Document_Files/Interrogate_and_Evaluate_Resources/Accessible_Assessing_Your_Sources_Together_Worksheet.docx# Source Assessment Worksheet: https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/Online_Curriculum_Document_Files/Interrogate_and_Evaluate_Resources/Accessible_Source_Assessment_Worksheet.docx#
Introduction to Library Services for UConn Students
An introduction to the services the library offers to students.
Captivate Module https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/intro/ Video https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/modules/intro/intro.mp4 Embed Code
LibWizard tutorial testing one's knowledge of plagiarism.
https://uconn.libwizard.com/f/plagiarism
Bibliographic Citation Game: Chicago Manual of Style, 17th Edition
An interactive quiz on usage of the Chicago Manual of Style (Author-Date Format), 17th Edition.
Tutorial on searching databases using keywords.
Video https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/videos/searchingkeywords.mp4 Embed Code
An infographic providing quick tips on selecting a topic
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An infographic comparing features of popular and scholarly articles.
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An infographic that provides instructions on how to find a book in 5 steps.
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An infographic that provides an overview of using Google Scholar in the research process
Image File https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/infographics/googlescholar.png PDF https://learningmodules.lib.uconn.edu/infographics/googlescholar.pdf
An interactive tour of the UConn Library Homepage.
UConn Library Reference & Student Success Services
Using Google Tools in the Research Process Workshop
This workshop covers Using Google Scholar; Integrating UConn Library resources into Google Scholar; Using Advanced Search on Google; Searching for images, gifs, pdfs, datasets, etc.; Limiting results to government, educational, or nonprofit websites; Other tips and tricks for harnessing the power of Google
Roslyn Grandy