Goals and Directions
Pre-Assignment Goals:
- Familiarize yourself with the Oberlin College Catalog (OBIS) and Journal Finder.
- Practice strategic exploration and inquiry-based evaluation of resources.
- Understand the underlying philosophy of attribution that guides citation practices.
Directions on how to complete this pre-assignment:
- Watch the videos.
- Take some time to explore OBIS & Journal Finder.
- Complete pre-assignment by 7pm, Thursday, September 3.
Searching for books in OBIS
Searching Journal Finder
Citing Sources
Citation: A (Very) Brief Instruction link to video with closed captions and transcript.
Pre-Assignment
Research Help
- Chat with us during online help hours
- Email us: reference@oberlin.edu
- Sign up for a research appointment
- Watch a "How do I" video tutorial
Librarian
Alonso Avila
Contact:
106 Mudd Center
(Mary Church Terrell Main Library)
alonso.avila@oberlin.edu
440-775-8285
(Mary Church Terrell Main Library)
alonso.avila@oberlin.edu
440-775-8285