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Library Research Skills

This Resource Page will help you:

  • Familiarize with the Library Research Skills Quercus course offered by UofT Libraries.

 

The Library Research Skills Quercus-based course is divided into six modules.

The modules cover: an introduction to the University of Toronto Libraries; how to begin your research; how to find a research topic; how to search for and evaluate sources; how to cite sources properly; how to use library tools such as databases and catalogs effectively; how to get help from library staff; and how to access specialized research materials such as archives and rare books. Each module contains a mix of instructional texts, videos and short quizzes. 

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Screenshot of the Quercus icons for the first three modules of library research skills.
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Screenshot of the Quercus icons for the last three modules of library research skills.

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Although this resource is on Quercus, you do not need to login to access the page. Your participation is private, and you will not be graded on any of the activities offered through these learning modules. Just click the link below and start your research journey!

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