I am so amazed at what I have learned in just a few short weeks. I really didn’t know what to expect from a Library course. I would have never dreamed of creating a blog, much less doing it for a class. The information I have gained by reviewing “The Seven Steps of the Research Process” is invaluable. Although I look up information, read it, and try to create a research paper, I find that I struggle with the whole process. I never had trouble coming up with a topic, but I didn’t know how important it is to test the topic before beginning the research.
Another thing that I had never done before was obtain information from the Library of Congress books. When I first opened one, it was overwhelming. Once I understood how to use the information, it was amazing. I have also learned how easy it is to obtain information using the Web-Based Library Catalogs. I can’t believe I’ve come this far in school, and have never used these tools.
I have taken a few other online courses before, but this one is all-encompassing. I wish I had taken it when I first started at LBCC. At least now I will have the tools to be more successful when I transfer to a University.
3 comments:
I don't blame you on the whole research process. They are always making something seem so easy when its not. Its kind of sad. :(
Also, thank you for relating to me in the whole blog thing. IT was hard! ^_^ But I think I am getting the hang of it... and I kind tell that you are too! So, thats awesome!
I'm glad you are enjoying the course. You are doing a great job with all of this new information you are learning. Yes, please tell your friends they should indeed take one of our library courses early in their academic career! It will be a lifesaver!
- Dena
Hey Greg,
Great blog so far, some really good writing, very descriptive and keeps the reader intrigued.
You should probably focus on providing more links to the places you mentioned, its easier for the readers to get to, and provides great reference.
Specifically, is there a website for "The Seven Steps of the Research Process", because I am very interested that viewing that.
Other then that, maybe some links to those databases you mentioned, if you can find them.
Thanks a whole lot, and keep up the good work, I look forward to reading it!
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