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The Research Virtuoso: Brilliant Methods for Normal Brains

The Research Virtuoso: Brilliant Methods for Normal Brains

by Joe Weissmann
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ISBN-10:
1550379569
ISBN-13:
9781550379563
Pub. Date:
04/01/2006
Publisher:
Annick Press, Limited
ISBN-10:
1550379569
ISBN-13:
9781550379563
Pub. Date:
04/01/2006
Publisher:
Annick Press, Limited
The Research Virtuoso: Brilliant Methods for Normal Brains

The Research Virtuoso: Brilliant Methods for Normal Brains

by Joe Weissmann

Overview

"I keep this book beside my computer all the time. It's astonishing how often I rely on it to guide me in making efficient, accurate research inquiries."
- Bruce, Lawyer

"I thought I knew my way around a search engine, but the tips in here improved my research strategies ten times over."
- Rachel, college student

The Research Virtuoso is an easy and thoroughly up-to-date guide to seeking, sourcing, and sorting information on any given topic. From card catalogs to Internet blogs, readers will find explanations on every kind of research tool available today and step-by-step advice on how to use them.

At the library: How to make effective use of extensive print, audio, and video resources, as well as librarians.
On the internet: Secrets to finding reliable, credible, and specialized websites, including accessing metasearch engines and the deep web.

Each chapter breaks down the search process into manageable steps and offers hands-on suggestions for collecting data while maintaining a critical perspective. Along the way, examples from an ongoing sample research project illustrate how it's done, plus interesting tidbits discuss the changing role of technology.

Complete with time-saving tips, recommended websites, and droll cartoons to keep things light, The Research Virtuoso is a passport to the rich possibilities of the information age. No one should log on without it.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781550379563
Publisher: Annick Press, Limited
Publication date: 04/01/2006
Edition description: New Edition
Pages: 88
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.25(d)
Age Range: 17 Years

About the Author

Toronto Public Library is North America's largest and busiest library system. In 2004, 20 million virtual visitors logged into its online resources.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments
Foreword

Chapter 1: Getting Ready for Research

From a topic to a final product: learn the tried-and-true steps to masterful research and sound documentation. Plus, Part 1 of the saga of Dominic, the budding Research Virtuoso.

Chapter 2: The Virtuoso Online

Use search engines and subject directories, find information located in the deep Web, access multimedia files, read an e-book or e-journal, and learn how to evaluate all these sources. Plus, Dominic logs on to the Web to find the goods.

Chapter 3: The Virtual Library

Discover the many avenues to information on your library website -- catalog, subject guides, online references, tutorials, and more. Log on to library databases and digital collections to find information quicker than ever before.
Plus, Dominic explores his library's website.

Chapter 4: The Information Warehouse

Not all the good stuff's on the Net. Explore the rich resources of your library, including reference collections and services for researchers. Use special collections and archives to find rare or unique items. Plus, Dominic's quest to become a Research Virtuoso reaches its climax.

Chapter 5: Grand Finale

Wait! Before you hand in your assignment, use our handy checklist -- with tips from a university professor -- so that all your bases are covered. Plus, Dominic reads the reviews.

Works Cited
Index

Preface

Foreword

Imagine signing out your own librarian. Imagine a knowledgeable guide who shows you how to find the best reliable information on the Internet, in the library, and beyond. Imagine a specialist who keeps in touch with the latest trends and resources, just so you can benefit from them. In The Research Virtuoso, Toronto Public Library brings you some of a librarian's expertise in a compact guide so that you too can be a research superstar.

In September 2005, Research Ate My Brain -- the Toronto Public Library's research handbook for teens -- was released in bookstores across North America. When Annick Press approached the Library about collaborating on a follow-up book for older readers, it was a natural next step.

The Library sees every day that the thirst and quest for information is not limited to any age group. The text, sidebars, and rips in this book can be used by researchers of all ages and applied to any research task -- whether for school, business, or personal interests.

In addition to consultation with TPL users and staff, the Library gathered valuable input from instructors and librarians from academic institutions. The Library would like to thank Ab. Velasco for his hard work in researching and writing the manuscript.

With The Research Virtuoso, the librarian steps out from behind the reference desk and joins you in discovering exciting worlds of knowledge.

Josephine Bryant
City Librarian, Toronto Public Library

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