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Contemporary library and information skills

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  • 9 Sections
  • 31 Lessons
  • 14 hét
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  • Introduction
    3
    • 1.1
      Reading lesson: Introduction to the curriculum
    • 1.2
      Reading lesson: Learning objectives and outcomes
    • 1.3
      Video lesson: Practical information about the course
      3 perc
  • 1) Library basics
    The main types of documents covered in these lessons, and the principles of the organisation and retrieval of library collections.
    2
    • 2.1
      Reading lesson: Types of documents
      25 perc
    • 2.2
      Reading lesson: Library collection
      25 perc
  • 2) Library use in the SZTE Klebelsberg Library
    The chapter provides help on how to find and use the printed documents of the SZTE Klebelsberg Library, including the online options.
    5
    • 3.1
      Video lesson: Library tour
      16 perc
    • 3.2
      Video lesson: The SZTE Klebelsberg Library’s website
      9 perc
    • 3.3
      Reading lesson: Printed documents in the SZTE Klebelsberg Library
      30 perc
    • 3.4
      Reading lesson: Print periodicals
      30 perc
    • 3.5
      Reading lesson: Encyclopedias and Lexicons – from glossaries to online forms
      30 perc
  • 3) Search the Library 1: online catalogue(s)
    This chapter covers the basics of database searching. It introduces the online catalogue of the SZTE Klebelsberg Library (Qulto), gives useful tips on how to use it more efficiently, and explains what you need to know about interlibrary loan.
    4
    • 4.1
      Reading lesson: Library catalogues and electronic databases: basic search information
      25 perc
    • 4.2
      Video lesson: SZTE Klebelsberg Library’s online catalogue: basics
      8 perc
    • 4.3
      Video lesson: SZTE Klebelsberg Library’s online catalogue: extra features with registration
      10 perc
    • 4.4
      Reading lesson: Interlibrary Loan, Combined Library Catalogues, and Metasearch Engines
      25 perc
  • 4) Search the Library 2: electronic resources
    This chapter looks at searching the online resources provided by the SZTE Klebelsberg Library.
    6
    • 5.1
      Reading lesson: Electronic resources in general
      20 perc
    • 5.2
      Reading lesson: Electronic resources at the SZTE Klebelsberg Library
      25 perc
    • 5.3
      Video lesson: Online resources – Summon Discovery
      8 perc
    • 5.4
      Reading lesson: International databases
      15 perc
    • 5.5
      Reading lesson: What to know about eBooks?
      30 perc
    • 5.6
      Add-on: Google and others
      25 perc
  • 5) Managing digital library content and community-based content development
    This module presents repositories, the institutional digital collections specific to higher education libraries. In addition to a general introduction, special emphasis is given to SZTE Contenta, a repository system maintained by the SZTE Klebelsberg Library.
    4
    • 6.1
      Reading lesson: Digital library contents: repositories
      30 perc
    • 6.2
      Video lesson: Repositories of SZTE Klebelsberg Library: Contenta
      8 perc
    • 6.3
      Reading-/video lesson: SZTE Klebelsberg Library Gallery and Media Library
      10 perc
    • 6.4
      Add-on: Community-based Content Development
      20 perc
  • 6) Academic writing
    This module provides an insight into the criteria, characteristics and techniques of academic writing, the skills involved in collecting and managing literature, and the principles of scholarly writing.
    3
    • 7.1
      Reading lesson: Introduction to academic writing
      5 perc
    • 7.2
      Reading lesson: Collecting literature
      30 perc
    • 7.3
      Reading lesson: Citing the literature used
      30 perc
  • 7) Writing history and libraries
    This module gives an overview of the types of scripts and documents from different periods and the different types of libraries.
    3
    • 8.1
      Reading lesson: Introduction to the writing history, literacy and document types
      25 perc
    • 8.2
      Reading lesson: Libraries
      25 perc
    • 8.3
      Add-on: Online book communities
      5 perc
  • Glossary of terms
    1
    • 9.1
      Glossary of terms

Reading lesson: Introduction to academic writing

The lessons in this course module cover academic writing.

The aim of the module is to discuss academic writing in terms of the criteria, the characteristics, and the techniques that make a piece of writing academic, and also to help use the skills required for reading and utilizing necessary literature as well as for expressing one’s own thoughts adequately in writing.

This lesson starts with the description of a typical situation in which academic writing skills are necessary for students, coupled with a list of the possible outcomes of completing this module in order to acquire such skills.

Learning outcomes

By completing this module, …

  • you will understand the characteristics of academic writing in terms of style, structure, and content.
  • you will find out what sources to consult and how to collect literature for research purposes.
  • you will put your knowledge of collecting literature into practice.
  • you will learn about the concepts and the methods to managing references.
  • you will acquire the skills to write texts and cite texts in a way that meets the requirements of academic writing.

Basics of academic writing

Having reviewed the results that can be achieved by completing this module, what follows is a closer look at the basics of academic writing.

What is academic writing? Some definitions

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… refers to a style of expression that researchers use to define the intellectual boundaries of their disciplines and specific areas of expertise.

Academic writing...

… is designed to convey agreed meaning about complex ideas or concepts within a community of scholarly experts and practitioners.

Academic writing...

… helps scholars present ideas, analyze research, and construct an effective argument.

Academic writing...

… is a formal style of writing that researchers and educators use in scholarly publications. It focuses on evidence-based arguments and logical reasoning. This format is suitable for identifying and analyzing a concept and proposing a theory or rational conclusion.

Academic writing...

… is writing which communicates ideas, information, and research to the wider academic community.

Criteria of academic writing

  • 1. To increase the body of knowledge in a given discipline
  • 2. To participate in professional discourse
  • 3. To discuss a research problem to be solved
  • 4. To make use of knowledge of the relevant literature
  • 5. To use research methodology
  • 6. To ensure that the subject matter is well-defined and the statements are verifiable
  • 7. To apply critical thinking, to present arguments, and to provide proof
  • 8. To use academic language and to ensure accuracy of terminology
  • 9. To follow referencing rules

Characteristics of academic writing

  • Structured

    clear structure; logical organization; coherently written text

  • Focused

    clear objective; well-formulated initial research question; focused argumentation

  • Balanced

    multi-faceted approach, with own ideas clearly positioned

  • Evidenced

    providing evidence for opinions and arguments; using references

  • Critical

    critical analysis and evaluation of information; reaching conclusions

  • Objective

    emphasis on information, not the author (passive structures, use of nouns)

  • Formal

    avoidance of colloquialisms; use of long words, long phrases, and complex sentences

  • Precise

    clear, precise language; use and explanation of terminology

Some helpful websites

  • https://www.scribbr.com/category/academic-writing/
  • https://www.bachelorprint.co.uk/category/academic-writing/
  • https://libguides.usc.edu/writingguide/academicwriting
  • https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/academic-writing
  • https://www.eapfoundation.com/writing/what/
Add-on: Community-based Content Development
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Reading lesson: Collecting literature
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