Using the Internet for College Research
Using the WCCC Library's Databases
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Sometimes your professors will tell you that you need to use PEER-REVIEWED or SCHOLARLY resources. This means that they want you to use the WCCC Library's Databases.
To learn how to access and use these databases by viewing this video.
To access the databases click here.
ENG140 Student Learning Outcomes
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Construct a college-level research paper using the conventions of the writing process, a variety of information sources, and proper MLA documentation.
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Act ethically and with integrity; demonstrate a fundamental understanding of the boundaries of intellectual property.
Information Literacy
What is Information Literacy?
Information literacy is a term that you might not hear much, but it is an integral part of what you do as a college student.
Much of the definitions used to describe information literacy comes from the American Library Association (ALA) and the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL).
At WCCC, when we discuss information literacy, we're concerned with how you:
- Find information
- Evaluate the information found
- Use the information in your assignments ethically and legally
The Internet and College Research is Like...
Citation Resources
For ENG140, you will be using MLA style formatting. This includes not only how you cite information, but also how you format your papers. The links below will help you with both!
WCCC MLA 8 Citation Style Guide
MLA Style Formatting
Plagiarism
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Plagiarism is a serious offense at WCCC.
Click here to learn more about plagiarism and how to avoid it!