How to find information : a guide for researchers
by
Rumsey, Sally.
Title
:
How to find information : a guide for researchers
Author
:
Rumsey, Sally.
ISBN
:
9780335227693
9781280947865
9780335214297
9780335214280
Personal Author
:
Rumsey, Sally.
Publication Information
:
Maidenhead : Open University Press, 2004.
Physical Description
:
1 online resource (xvii, 263 pages) : illustrations
Contents
:
The information-gathering process -- Using a library -- Formats of information sources -- Finding information about existing research -- Identifying the information need -- Resource discovery -- The online searching process -- Citation searching -- Resource location -- Using the world wide web for research -- Accessing materials -- Evaluation of resources -- Citing references -- Keeping records -- Intellectual property and plagiarism -- The research community and keeping up to date -- The changing landscape of research.
Abstract
:
Researchers need to find information to inform their work and support their arguments. This book works through the process, from planning to evaluation and results, and presents information on: how to find the most relevant information; and, how to formulate a search strategy. It offers guidance for using online bibliographic databases and the Web Referencing, plagiarism, and keeping up-to-date with new developments. This book is for anyone researching a topic, including dissertations, projects, reports, or doctorates.
Subject Term
:
Research -- Methodology.
Information resources.
Electronic Access
:
| Library | Material Type | Item Barcode | Shelf Number | Copy |
|---|
| IIEMSA | General Books | 33168020368847 | 025.524 R938H 2004 | 1 |
