How to write an Essay: |
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| Step 6: Go to the Library |
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Most students consider a library to be a place with outdated books and resources which may not be of any particular use to them. However, this is a misconception among students and they should be aware that libraries have distinct departments which are run by specialist from different domains and these specialists are responsible for maintaining a keeping the library up-to-date. These specialists order books and materials according to the latest issues and trends and generally have enough material within a decade or so. SO unless you topic is completely new, it is certain that you will find references or books in the library. |
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Research from Books saves energy and Time |
Most students avoid going to the library for the fear that it is too time consuming and that they may have to spend much time looking for the book which they found listed on the electronic catalogue. However, students should remember that despite the energy required to physically visit a library as compared to the mouse clicks on the computer, going to a library will be less mentally taxing than going through the countless sites and unsystematically arranged content on the internet. In contrast, a library will have books which are well arranged and will contain all the research material you require for your essay or paper written by qualified and established scholars. Using these authentic and scholarly resources will obviously add that much required authenticity and class to your research paper as compared to the content found on the internet.
Moreover, content found on the internet is a mixed bundle of confusion ranging from porn sites to reports, to articles and to blogs. Scanning through and sorting this information will probably be like looking for a needle in a haystack and could be extremely taxing and frustrating. In contrast, finding the perfect book is much more simple and once you get what you need, reading can be done comfortably wherever you like, reclining on your sofa or relaxing in bed. |
The Art of Skimming through a Book |
Spending your time for research in a library will make you aware of the beauty and usefulness of the place which can ideally be termed as a haven for researchers. Comfortable seating, silence and a literary atmosphere are just some of the many benefits of using a library for all; your research papers and essays.
Most importantly, the safety and security of being seated in a place which has innumerable resources, books and materials can provide you with the much needed atmosphere required for study and research. No matter which academic institution you study at, the library is an ideal place if you need to stay away from friends and distractions and concentrate on your studies in solitude – it can be your safest haven for research. |
Search using all important Key words |
| Using a single or two keywords could generate numerous hits and sifting from all the information could be difficult. On the other hand entering too many keywords could generate very few results. The key here is to balance the correct amount of keywords and increase or decrease them on the basis of the hits generated. There are some tools which you could use to find popular keywords or use the advanced search options to get more comprehensive results. You should always remember that in case you do not find the relevant material on one search engine, you should try others. |
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