End+of+Year+Research

**End of Year Research Project: Back to Where We Were Before, Riding the Curriculum Merry-Go-Round**
**Library Catalogs: **

**C/W MARS Library Catalog**
Use this link to find available resources from the Central MA regional library system

[[file:online eval.pdf]] This chart is a visual reminder of things to think about when researching on the internet.
==**NOTE: Websites such as //Wikipedia// are //not// reference sources and should not be considered such when citing sources. You may use Wikipedia for background knowledge or to acquire further resources.**==


 * [[image:SearchCredible.png width="136" height="51" link="@http://www.searchcredible.com/"]]Search Credible: This new engine searches 26 of the most popular and scholarly search engines. Google, Eric, the Library of Congress, and EBSCO are just a few of the resources available through this engine. Enter your search term and then click one of the platforms. This is a great way to cross-reference search results.**

[[file:DatabaseRemoteAccess.doc]]

 * A list of passwords for all subscription Databases.**

DATABASES:

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Use this link for more DATABASES that are specific to certain topics. Read the descriptions to help you choose a resource. You will need passwords for out of school use. See document below.
 * Use this link for a list of state DATABASES sorted by discipline.**

A powerpoint explaining how to use databases. A great refresher!


 * Database Tips and Pointers:**
 * **Create search terms and keywords before you begin your searches by broadening and narrowing your topic.**
 * **Read the abstract only**
 * **Use the sharing options - email, bookmarking sites (delicious/diigo/etc), bookmark by saving the url of the article**
 * **Caution: Do not copy and paste the Citations from the databases as they may not be in the format that your teacher requires on your Works Cited page. Use NoodleTools to create your citations.**
 * **The State Databases DO NOT require a library card from home any longer.**
 * **Some of the subscription sites DO require passwords and still others are NOT available from home.**
 * **Be sure to come to the library or send an email if you need help using the databases or with your research.**

=WHS LIBRARY WEBSITE: FAQs - How To's - Instructions= Unsure how to use or find a resource? Check out this HELP section of the Library Media Website

**Works Cited/Avoiding Plagiarism Guidance:**

 NoodleTools - WHS Login Page Online Research Platform - Record, organize, synthesize information and research; create Works Cited pages; share your work with your teacher through the site.

Avoiding Plagiarism The Purdue University Owl Site WHS Style Manual Westborough High School guide for citing sources

WHS Plagiarism Policy