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TEAL 6545
USU Libraries
The learning objectives for TEAL 6545 are to develop a research question about a chosen topic and to design a realistic study to conduct in the future. This library module teaches viewers about research and resources including strategies, grey literature, peer review, and more.
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/17bf6c8efaee41648e7e6f724404dc85?shared
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ANTH 1099 (Library Module)
USU Libraries
This library module contains a few pages to help you get to know what library resources you have access to for Anthropology research:
- Anthropology research resources
- Finding articles with Anthropological Literature
- Tips for accessing articles
- Finding books and ebooks with the library catalog
- Citing your sources
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/f8104e7cf9ae4ffda4538f5ab57da017?shared
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Evaluating Sources (2024)
USU Libraries
In this module you'll complete these objectives:
- Understand the importance of source evaluation
- Learn strategies for addressing bias when evaluating sources
- Learn evaluation criteria
- Effectively employ evaluation criteria for academic and personal purposes
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/130fbbb01b8b4c7b87f4c4d154b06761?shared
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MUSC 3190 Library Module (2025)
USU Libraries
This library module contains a few more pages to help you get started with your research:
- Using Oxford Music Online
- Using RILM
- Finding related sources
- Evaluating your sources
- Organizing your research
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/bfc182f696ac435b8d6700e713e34e14?shared
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SOC Proseminar - New Grad Students (Library Module)
USU Libraries
This library module contains a few pages to help you get to know what library resources you have access to and strategies for using them:
- Sociology research resources
- Accessing materials
- Demography and data resources
- Organizing materials
- And more!
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/5131c7c854e24b06afc9b2c6a209f417?shared
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SW 1010: Finding and Using Research (Library Module)
USU Libraries
In this module you'll learn:
- What a peer-reviewed source is and why you'll want to use them for your research assignment
- How to avoid paywalls and get full access to peer reviewed sources for free
- How to break your research topic into keywords for database searching
- How to cite your sources using APA citation style
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/371bfd58e56e4bc0a62b50b178fe00a9?shared
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SW: Accessing Research After Graduation
USU Libraries
As a practicing social worker, you'll "engage in practice-informed research and research-informed practice" (CSWE Competency 4). This module contains pages on the following topics:
- What changes after graduation, including how you can still use the USU Libraries
- Free research databases
- Information about Open Access
- Tips for finding free copies of articles
- Other helpful sources, including reports, dissertations/theses, evidence-based practices, data/statistics, and tests/measures
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/711dee5dde284385a4ad1d4d63918edb?shared
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SW: Library Resources for Practicum Students
USU Libraries
Your practicum will include activities that help you develop CSWE Competency 4: "Engage in practice-informed research and research-informed practice." You may need to research populations, treatments, models, interventions, evidence-based practices, and more. This module brings together tips and resources for doing so in one place.
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/d2b2201dec2a4bdb8b9339d409194912?shared
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USU 1730 Library Workshop Pre-Work (OUTDATED)
USU Libraries
NOTE: This material is outdated and may not reflect current library services or resources.
This module will help you complete the Library Workshop Pre-Work. You will be introduced to a case study, the Spectrum of Sources, and some of the library databases.
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/cd9af6512c5a4611b795a545c069ddef?shared
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STEM USU Libraries Orientation
Katie Strand, Erin Davis, Sandra Weingart, and Katie Luder
An introduction to library resources and services available to students in STEM programs at Utah State University.
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/a95fd99f48d844a28a66cbbe78b58bf6?shared
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Intro to Primary Sources
Katie Strand, Jen Kirk, Dan Davis, and Lara Petersen
The Identifying Primary Sources tutorial teaches students how they find, evaluate, and use primary sources in their own research. Along the way, they'll learn about some great places to start researching when looking for primary sources.
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/8067df1a35604ecebf88baa0e5756ac0?shared
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CMST 2110: Finding and Using Peer Reviewed Articles (Library Module)
USU Libraries
In this module you'll learn:
- What a peer-reviewed source is and why you'll want to use them for your research assignment
- How to avoid paywalls and get full access to peer reviewed sources for free
- How to break your research topic into keywords for database searching
- How to cite your sources using APA citation style
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/fb72dbbb31934417960fb39f619bc064?shared
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Connections: Library Orientation
USU Libraries
This module is a library introduction for incoming USU Connections students. This module will discuss library spaces on USU campuses, money-saving resources, and research tips and resources. This module can be embedded in USU-1010 Canvas courses.
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/e9f086d2e8504677ae9e56a8730e3025?shared
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Citing Sources in APA Format (OUTDATED)
Niki Fullmer
NOTE: This material is outdated and may not reflect current library services or resources.
Tutorial for citing in APA 7th Edition citation style. This provides examples, resources, and tips.
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How to Read a Scientific Article
USU Libraries
This module will provide tips for reading and analyzing a scientific article.
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Systematic Review (OUTDATED)
USU Libraries
NOTE: This material is outdated and may not reflect current library services or resources.
These modules cover the steps of completing a systematic review, including other review types that fall under the general structure of "evidence synthesis.” This course was created to guide students through the process of conducting a systematic review or other type of evidence synthesis. It can also be useful for faculty undertaking their own systematic review.
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USU 1730 Online Library Workshop (OUTDATED)
USU Libraries
NOTE: This material is outdated and may not reflect current library services or resources.
Introduces students to information literacy, evaluating sources, and Donovan's Dilemma.
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/085a2d197d8b44faaefb146e14d3bf04?shared
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Avoiding Plagiarism in APA (OUTDATED)
Niki Fullmer
NOTE: This material is outdated and may not reflect current library services or resources.
Tutorial for avoiding plagiarism in APA 7th Edition citation style. This provides examples, resources, and tips.
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Plagiarism and Citing Sources - AMA
Niki Fullmer
This module will provide rules and examples for citing sources in AMA citation style.
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/c9852edb6f3e4636a6d4f3d05b27b1e0?shared
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Beginning Research
Lara Petersen and Katie Strand
How often have you gotten an assignment from a professor, misunderstood the direction, and then gotten a grade you didn't want? in this module you'll learn how to analyze assignment instructions before you even start working on the assignment, think like your professor, anticipate quiz/test questions, and produce quality work.
Preview: https://lor.instructure.com/resources/aab799ce6c964fcf99891962ccba3a74?shared
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