2017-2018 Common Read -- My Beloved World by Sonia Sotomayor: Library Information, Research Tools and Glossary

Use the INDEX to locate information within a book.  The INDEX is a list in alphabetical order of topics covered in a single or multiple volume work.  It is found at the end of the work, and provides page and/or volume numbers for locating information on a particular topic. Search for an author by last name.  Search for the title of a work by the FIRST word in the title, EXCEPT WHEN THE TITLE BEGINS WITH "A," "AN," or "THE." Ignore these words here, and search by the SECOND word.   

One definition of a critical thinker is someone who can "make use of information that's available in their journey to arrive at a conclusion or decision."

Two components of thinking critically consists of gaining domain knowledge - knowing a lot about your subject - and practice. What does this mean for you? Read and learn as much as you can, about many different things, and practice your research skills.

Select the book you want by clicking under "Location," (Queensborough) in the database.  This will provide the "address" of the book, referred to as the "CALL NUMBER." Now you will be able to go to the shelf and locate the book by going to the area indicated, along with th e  "CALL NUMBER." The word "Stacks" refers to books in the circulating collection mainly on the third floor of the QCC Library.  "New Books" are in the New Book location on the second floor; "Leisure Reading " books are on the second floor in the Leisure Reading location.  Reference and Reserve books are located on the second floor.

Circulating books may be checked out by going to the CHECK-OUT DESK with your CUNY ID Card. Up to six books may be checked out during any given period.

Reference and Reserve books may be used only in the Library.

Librarians are always available to help you find a book.  Never be afraid to ask.

(C)opyright @ CUNY provides a wealth of information for faculty and students, and is a good place to start learning about copyright. Other CUNY resources include:

• the CUNY Academic Commons Copyright Resources Wiki,
• the CUNY Academic Commons Teaching and Learning with Technology Wiki, and 
• CUNY's Copyright and Fair Use News blog

And Columbia University Libraries' Copyright Quick Guide will get you up to speed on copyright law in no time.

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In your college career, you will be expected to know the differences between Primary & Secondary Sources. If, after watching the video and reading the handout, you still have questions, see your instructor or a librarian and they will help you.

An explanation of primary material from Ithaca College Library

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