COMPOSITION I Library Resources: Phillip Fitzsimmons Assistant Professor MLIS, University of Oklahoma Reference and Digitization Librarian Al Harris Library
Today’s Goal: To introduce you to resources you can use to get into the habit of paying attention to the larger world when watching the news, etc. I will show you: Databases available through the SWOSU library. Useful sites on the World Wide Web.
Why Should You Use These Resources? Because Dr. Reimers told you to. And, all of your professors agree with her. The habit of using these resources will contribute to your success as a student and enrich your education. Knowing things by to paying attention will make you look smarter and more professional throughout your life. Because it is fun and it feels good. If you need more, see number one.
Library Resources New York Times: Database –Complete Front Pages (Reference Desk) Pop Culture Database Films on Demand Ethnographic Video Online North American Indian Thought and Culture Native American History & Studies CampusGuide
Library Home Page
NYT Database Link
Historical Newspapers: The New York Times
Select Document Type
Select Full Text-PDF For Article
Article PDF Image
Select Page View (Clickable)
Select Whole Pages: Click Numbers
The New York Times: 1980-Present LexisNexis Academic 1980 to present LexisNexis Academic Newspaper Source Plus 1985 to present Newspaper Source Plus
Today’s News
Popular Culture Universe
Video Databases Ethnographic Film Online Film on Demand
North American Indian Thought and Culture
Native American History & Studies CampusGuide
Life Magazine & Pop Science Life Magazine Google Books –Sep 21, Dec 29, 1972 Popular Science Google Books –Mar Mar 2009 –Popular Science Archives Jan 1872 – September
World Wide Web Resources Ted Talks Open Culture USA.gov
Questions? Contact me: Phillip Fitzsimmons
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