LibGuides: ENGL 102: Critical Writing (Jopp): Library Videos

The below videos will help you learn to use the library. In particular, though it is a longer video, I recommend the Academic Search Ultimate and Database Search Strategies video, as that will show you how you could plan and conduct research on a Social Justice issue.

Videos about Research at Bailey Library

Introduction to Bailey Library (~5 Minutes)
Learn about Bailey Library, Personal Librarians, and Research Guides.
Introduction to Information Sources @ Bailey Library (~12 Minutes)
Learn about the differences between a book, academic journal, magazine, and more.
Introduction to Library Databases (~13 Minutes)
Learn about what a library database is and the basics of using one.
Basic Search Using the Library Catalog and Discovery (~12 Minutes)
Learn about how to search the Library's Catalog and Discovery Search for library resources.
Academic Search Ultimate and Database Search Strategies (~30 Minutes)
This video goes in-depth about creating a search strategy and using it with an academic database (in this case, Academic Search Ultimate). It also details how to use a Search Strategy Worksheet to create an effective search for your topic.
Can I Trust It (~23 Minutes)
Learn about two popular credibility tests that can help you determine the trustworthiness of a non-peer reviewed article, website, or information source.