eSKILLS Online Quiz

2.1c Choosing the Right Tools.

In summary, the issues covered by this topic are:

1. Library catalogues
2. Printed journal indexes
3. Electronic resources
4. People (academic staff and librarians)

(Topics in bold are covered by the quiz questions below)

1

To find journal articles on a topic which would be the most appropriate tool to use? a) The library catalogue b) A journal index c) Your eyes to look at journals in the Library d) I don't know Correct. Most are available electronically from the e-resources page. The correct answer is: A journal index. Most are available electronically from the e-resources page.

2

To find books and videos held by UNE at the Dixson Library and the Law Library which of the following is the most appropriate tool? a) The library catalogue b) A printed or electronic journal index c) A web search engine d) I don't know Correct. You can look up a journal too, but only if you know which journal you want. Use indexes to find journal articles on a topic. The correct answer is: The Library Catalogue. You can look up a journal too, but only if you know which journal you want. Use indexes to find journal articles on a topic.