The elements of library research: what every student needs to know

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Preface xi Chapter 1: Introduction to Research as Inquiry 1 Chapter 2: From Research Assignment to Research Plan 14 Chapter 3: Strategy and Tools for Discovery 64 Chapter 4: The Fine Art of Finding Sources 90 Chapter 5: Insight, Evaluation, Argument, and Beyond 126 Appendix A: Good Habits, Helpful Hints, and Wrong Assumptions 145 Appendix B: Mary's Maxims Compiled 147 Appendix C: Research Timelines 149 Appendix D: Questions to Ask Your Instructor 161 Appendix E: Research Appointment Worksheet 163 Glossary of Library Research Terms 165 Selected Bibliography 191 Index 195

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