Week 11: Overview
Overview
This week you will learn more about the research process. The big takeaway, the research process is iterative. You continue to refine your sources every week. Your group's research question will shift as you find new sources. You are working on GCC's OneSearch and other library databases. Have you ever wondered how and why library books are organized? It is not random. GCC Library and many public libraries use the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC). This week, you locate a book or eBook in our library with OneSearch. The GCC Library is open Links to an external site. if you want to look through our book collection IRL.
By the end of this week you will be able to:
- use GCC Library's OneSearch to find books and articles.
- understand how books are organized using the Dewey Decimal Classification in libraries worldwide.
- how to choose a library database based on your research needs
Weekly Schedule
This week, access and read through the course content. Write an INITIAL DISCUSSION POST by FRIDAY, MAY 13th at 11:59 PM. You will then need to respond to others in your group in the weekly discussion. Your RESPONSE POST is due by SUNDAY, MAY 15th at 11:59 PM.
In addition, the following assignments will be due this week by SUNDAY, MAY 15th at 11:59 PM.
- Dewey Decimal Quiz (5 pts)
- Using Library Databases (5 pts)
- Book / Book Chapter Search (15 pts)
This Week's Work
This week, you should plan to spend:
- Approximately 2-4 hours reading and reviewing course material
- Approximately 4-6 hours doing discussions, assignments, and activities