How to Use Peer Reviewed Resources

The video tutorial introduces students to various peer-reviewed resources for academic writing, including Google Scholar and Encyclopedia Britannica. It explains how to use these tools for research and citation, emphasizing the importance of peer-reviewed sources. The tutorial also covers specific resources for Shakespeare research, such as OpenSource Shakespeare and JSTOR Learning Labs, providing guidance on how to find and cite relevant academic articles.

What is the primary benefit of using Google Scholar for academic research?

• It allows editing of articles by users.

• It includes all types of news articles.

• It offers peer-reviewed sources.

• It provides access to free books.

Why is it important to double-check citations generated by Google Scholar?

• They are only available in MLA format.

• They are not formatted at all.

• They might not be 100% accurate.

• They are always incorrect.

How does Encyclopedia Britannica differ from Wikipedia?

• It is not peer-reviewed.

• It is peer-reviewed and more reliable.

• It is less detailed than Wikipedia.

• It does not have hyperlinks.

What feature does Encyclopedia Britannica offer to help with citations?

• A built-in citation generator.

• A list of all articles on the topic.

• A summary of the article.

• A direct link to purchase the article.

What is the purpose of OpenSource Shakespeare?

• To provide summaries of Shakespeare's plays.

• To find specific words or themes in Shakespeare's works.

• To offer modern translations of Shakespeare's plays.

• To sell tickets to Shakespearean plays.

How can JSTOR Learning Labs assist in Shakespeare research?

• By offering video summaries of plays.

• By showing articles that cite specific lines.

• By connecting users with Shakespearean actors.

• By providing free access to all plays.

What is a key takeaway about using the internet for academic research?

• All online sources are reliable.

• Books are no longer necessary.

• The internet is fast but can contain incorrect information.

• Only use Wikipedia for research.