Research Tutorials

These are electronic copies of the handouts available in the library:

• Library Research Tips (PDF)
• Research Strategies/Basic Search Techniques (PDF)

The following online video tutorials will provide guidance on the research process:

• OneSearch in one Minute
• How to choose a research question
• CQ Researcher
• Opposing Viewpoints
• Cite sources in MLA style, including 8th edition updates
• Formatting your paper in MLA Style

ARC Library Research Tutorials in Canvas

Self enroll through Canvas.

After logging in to Canvas, click on Enroll in Course . Each of the 7 self-paced online modules takes about 15-30 minutes to complete. You can do just a few, or all the modules. Students can get a certificate of completion for each module. Topics include:

1. What is Research
2. Getting Started with Research
3. OneSearch Basics
4. Evaluating & Selecting Sources
5. Avoiding Plagiarism & Citing Sources
6. MLA Style for Community College Researchers
7. APA Style for Community College Researchers

LRCCD Information Evaluation Website: A website with resources, readings, and lesson ideas for evaluating information and spotting "fake news." Created by the LRCCD Librarians.

The following sites provide guidance on evaluating all types of information:

• ARC Library's How to Evaluate Information
• CRAAP Test from CSU, Chico
• Evaluating Information from Purdue University Libraries
• Evaluating Information from Indiana University Libraries

The following site lists evaluation criteria specifically for information found on the web:

• Evaluating Webpages from UC Berkeley
• Web Evaluation from Indiana University Libraries