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Module 4: Using Gale Virtual Reference Library

This tutorial introduces students to the Gale Virtual Reference Library database, covering doing a basic search, refining that search, and options and limiters available to complete the first step in the research process. To successfully complete this tutorial, a student will score at least 8 out of 10 on the quiz at the end.

Approximate time to complete: 30 minutes

Measurable Objectives

Upon completing this tutorial, students will be able to:

define what Gale Virtual Reference Library is
identify how Gale Virtual Reference Library fits into the research process
construct a search using truncation, Boolean operators, and/or phrase searching
locate information about a specific title within the collection
identify the difference between a keyword and a document title search

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Relevant ACRL Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education:

2. The information literate student accesses needed information effectively and efficiently.
2.2.d. Constructs a search strategy using appropriate commands for the information retrieval system selected (e.g. Boolean operators, truncation, and proximity for search engines; internal organizers such as indexes for books.)
2.2.e. Implements the search strategy in various information retrieval systems using different user interfaces and search engines, with different command languages, protocols, and search parameters.

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