Computer Sources

Synopsis

A tutorial on the general principles of using electronic sources rather than on the specific technical details of individual databases. A simple database, using the analogy of a treasure hunt, teachers keyboard use, Boolean operators, truncation, controlled vocabulary and citation searching. Approximately 30-45 minutes teaching time.

Series

Tilt: Teaching with Independent Learning Technologies, Tltp Project

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Year of production

1995

Availability

Sale (computer program)

Notes

Available to UK higher education institutions.

Uses

Library user education, study skills support, EFL courses and distance learning.

Subjects

Education

Keywords

computer-assisted learning; information sources; library user education; online databases; study skills; Teaching & Learning Technology Programme

Distributor

Name

University of Glasgow, Robert Clark Centre for Technological Education, 66 Oakfield Avenue, Glasgow G12 8LS, Tel 0141-330 4976, Fax 0141-330 4976

Web

http://www.elec.gla.uk/TILT/TILT.html External site opens in new window

Notes

contact: Dr Gordon Doughty