Searching in Databases
Choose a topic and then, using the LSU Libraries catalog, identify a print resource on that topic
Choose a topic and then, using the LSU Libraries catalog, identify a print resource on that topic. Once you have a print resource, find an online resource on that topic. Compare these resources in terms of content and currency.
LSU Libraries Catalog: https://www.lib.lsu.edu/
- What is your topic?
- Provide a bibliographic citation for the print resource you chose on your topic. (Use MLA or APA format.)
- Provide a bibliographic citation for the online resource you chose on your topic. (Use MLA or APA format.)
- Which resource is more current/created more recently? (Print or Online)
- Which resource is provides more specialized or in-depth information? (Print or Online)
- Which resource provides a good overview for someone just learning about the topic for the first time? (Print or Online)
Answer preview Choose a topic and then, using the LSU Libraries catalog, identify a print resource on that topic
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