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Library Teaching Services

Tutorials and Videos

Helmke Library YouTube Channel
Find videos and tutorials covering a range of library databases and resources on the Helmke Library YouTube channel.

Handouts

Is Your Book Scholarly?
Is Your Journal Scholarly
Is Your Website Credible
What are Primary and Secondary Sources?
This handout, created for the humanities and social sciences, describes the difference between primary and secondary sources. It also includes examples and caveats.

Additional Helpful Resources

Keyword Generator
This tool from the University of Texas guides beginning students of any discipline through the research question and keyword generation process.

Sample Search Log

How to Read a Scientific Paper