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CO300 - Writing Arguments
Online Resources
The Library is here to help you with your research! Below are some resources to help you get started with your research, whether you are studying in-person or online.
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Off-Campus AccessPlease see this page for updated information about how to access library resources and services from wherever you are learning.
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Updates on Library ServicesSee this page for updated info on building access, services, and FAQs. This page includes information on checking out laptops by mail.
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Get HelpSee this page for all the options to get help with library and research questions, including our 24/7 chat box. You can also contact me, the Composition librarian (Kristy Nowak, kristy.nowak@colostate.edu). I am available to help by chat, e-mail, or by scheduling a virtual appointment.
Online Library Instruction
Optional Worksheet/Lesson
These videos, and the accompanying notes page/worksheet, will walk you through some research tools that will help you get started with your research. Please watch each video, then complete the accompanying section on the notes page (ex. watch the first video, which includes a demonstration of CQ Researcher, and answer the discussion questions about CQ Researcher).
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CO300 WorksheetThis file contains discussion questions and notes sections for each of the resources covered in the videos. Please complete the relevant sections as you watch the videos below.
Video 1: CO300 - Introduction and CQ Researcher
This video contains an overview of the library instruction for CO300, including useful resources for your assignments. It also introduces the first resource, CQ Researcher.
This video can be viewed full-screen in YouTube and has captions available. The video is also available in Echo360 here.
After watching the above video, complete the section of the worksheet called, "CQ Researcher."
Video 2: Newspaper Sources
This video introduces newspaper sources and when to use newspapers for your research. It introduces two main newspaper sources, NewsBank/Access World News and U.S. Major Dailies.
This video can be viewed full-screen in YouTube and has captions available. This video is also available in Echo360 here.
After watching this video, complete the sections of your worksheet titled "NewsBank/Access World News" and "U.S. Major Dailies."
Video 3: Subject-Specific Databases
This video covers why subject-specific databases are useful, search strategies you can apply to a variety of databases, and how to find peer-reviewed journal articles.
This video can be viewed full-screen in YouTube and has captions available. The video is also available in Echo360 here.
After watching this video, complete the section of your worksheet titled "Databases by Subject" under "Finding Subject-Specific Resources."
Questions?
If you have questions about any of this content, contact your librarian (Kristy Nowak, kristy.nowak@colostate.edu).
Additional resources include:
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All Library Help OptionsThis link has all library help options, including our 24/7 chat box.
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CO150 GuideIf you'd like a review of peer-reviewed and popular article definitions, search strategy, and library services, review the CO150 page.
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