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Announcing MCC Libraries' Spring 2024 Research Essentials Workshop Series

MCC Libraries is pleased to announce the launch of our Spring 2024 Research Essentials Workshop Series.

The Research Essentials Workshop Series is designed to help you succeed with your research papers and projects. You'll be introduced to the research process from start to finish, including moving from a topic to a research question, finding relevant resources, and properly citing those sources. 

Here's a glimpse of what's in store. We hope to see you there!: 

What's My Research Focus? Choose & Refine Your Topic:

  • Description: Find out how to select a research topic that not only ignites your curiosity but also sets you on the path to success in your assignments. Learn how to develop focused and effective research questions.
  • Zoom Session:
  • In Person Session:
    • Date & Time: Wednesday, March 6 from Noon to 12:50 p.m.
    • Location: LeRoy V. Good Library (Brighton Campus) - Rm 423

Evaluating Online Sources:

  • Description: Discover how to critically evaluate websites, news, images, and videos you can use for your assignments. This workshop is your guide to separating the trustworthy from the untrustworthy.
  • Zoom Session:
  • In Person Session:
    • Date & Time: Wednesday, March 20 from Noon to 12:50 p.m.
    • Location: LeRoy V. Good Library (Brighton Campus) - Rm 423

Finding Sources: How to Search Effectively:

  • Description: Learn how to confidently choose and explore essential research tools such as library databases. This workshop focuses on using keywords and filters to pinpoint precisely what you need.
  • Zoom Session:
  • In Person Session:
    • Date & Time: Wednesday, April 17 from Noon ti 12:50 p.m.
    • Location: LeRoy V. Good Library (Brighton Campus) - Rm 423

Tips & Tricks for Citing Sources:

  • Description: Learn practical strategies for using citations in your assignments. This workshop will demystify the process of tracking your sources and formatting your citations. We will also show you how to save time by using citation tools in library databases and Google Scholar. 
  • Zoom Session:
  • In Person Session:
    • Date & Time: Wednesday, May 8 from Noon to 12:50 p.m.
    • Location: LeRoy V. Good Library (Brighton Campus) - Rm 423

Questions? Reach out to Dax Parasnis-Samar or Alice Wilson

Alice Wilson
Library
02/07/2024