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Welcome
Welcome to the Library Talent Development Session! We're happy you're here!
By the end of today's session, "Your Rhode to Becoming a Researcher," you'll be able to do the following:
- Navigate the library website and catalog to locate information about relevant resources and services
- Differentiate between scholarly and popular articles, and explain the role citing plays within academic research
- Apply effective search strategies to find and access articles using Academic Search Complete
- Reflect upon your research strengths and weaknesses, articulating how the URI Libraries will help you in your first year of college
Pre-Session Reflection
- Talent Development 2023: Pre-SurveyPlease complete this survey at the start of your session. This is an anonymous survey, and your name and email address will NOT be collected.
Comparison Articles
For your Article Comparison worksheet, compare these two articles:
Research Question Options
With a partner, select a research question to work with for our next class activity.
Social Justice
- How do universities ensure college students have an inclusive education?
- How does sexism impact the healthcare system?
- What prevention methods and programs help lower recidivism rates?
Climate Change
- In what ways does global warming impact animal habitats?
- How has climate change impacted Rhode Island?
College Life
- How does procrastination impact college students?
- Why did COVID-19 impact the mental health of college students?
- How can college students achieve academic success?
Post-Session Reflection
- Talent Development 2023: Post-Session SurveyPlease complete this survey at the end of your session. This is an anonymous survey, and your name and email address will NOT be collected.
Need help?
The URI Libraries Research Help Desk is closed during the month of August. Here are some useful research guides you may want to visit if you want to learn more about the URI Libraries and college research:
- Welcome to the Carothers LibraryThe Robert L. Carothers Library and Learning Commons extends a warm welcome to all new and returning students, staff and faculty
- Getting Started @ The LibrariesWelcome to URI! This is a guide to help you find your way around the URI University Libraries.
- Self-Guided Tour of the Robert L. Carothers Library & Learning CommonsLearn how to navigate the Carothers Library at URI and find the services you need.
- Citing Correctly and Avoiding PlagiarismThis is a guide to resources about avoiding plagiarism and citing sources correctly.
If you get stuck with your research, you can also email us at urilibrarian@gmail.com. Please allow 1 business day for a response.