UGS 303: Modern Day Slavery - Prof. Melton

During the semester, I'll visit your class 3 times. If you're wondering why you're going to spend so much time with a librarian, that is a great thing to wonder. Over the course of the semester, I will get you started doing college-level research. Look at the box below to see what our learning goals are.

Here are a few things you should know:

• I am here to help you learn and I understand that doesn't work the same way for everyone, and that a few hours isn't long enough to do more than get started. So, please reach out for help during and after class and use this guide often.
• I do my best to foster an inclusive classroom environment to ensure that all of you are respected, safe and supported in your learning. If you do not feel that way for any reason, I hope you will let me know so I can do something about it.

1. citing sources, organizing your research and avoiding plagiarism (1st session)

2. tips for picking a topic (1st session)

3. how to create an effective search strategy to find the information you need (2nd sessions)

4. how to find and use tools to search for sources you will use (2nd sessions)

5. how to evaluate the sources you find so you are using the most credible and appropriate sources for your research project (1st session)

6. how to get help from experts in research, writing and public speaking (both sessions)