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Discover various methods for obtaining dissertations and academic articles, including using nationwide catalogs like RLIN and OCLC's WorldCat. Learn how to leverage interlibrary loan options, access your campus catalog (WebPAC), and evaluate the credibility of online resources. Understand the importance of authority when assessing internet sources, including the clarity of the sponsoring organization, available contact information, and author qualifications. Enhance your research skills and ensure you access reliable information for your academic pursuits.
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Other ways to loan dissertation • Check the Union Catalogs of the nationwide e.g. RLIN, OCLC’s WorldCat • Borrow the items via Interlibrary Loan
Other ways to get articles • Check the Index/Abstract at your library • Check the Catalog of your campus( Webpac) • Copy from the library • Apply Interlibrary Loan from the other libraries
Evaluating Internet Resources • Criterion #1: Authority • Is it clear who is sponsoring the creation and maintenance of the page? • Is there information available describing the purpose of the sponsoring organization? • Is there a way of verifying the legitimacy of the page's sponsor? For instance, is a phone number or address available to contact for more information? • Is it clear who developed and wrote the material? Are his/her qualifications for writing on this topic stated?