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So Cited: Parentheticals

Lura Sanborn — Thu, 27 May 2010 12:00:02 +0000

As the Humanities V research paper draws to a close, proofreading is in the air.

Consider using Noodlebib as a helpful guide when double-checking those parenthetical citations.

How?: When logged in to your Noodlebib account, click on your Humanities V list (what we would refer to as the paper’s bibliography) and find the citation being parenthetically cited. Follow that citation all the way over to the right-hand side, and click parenthetical reference to reveal Noodlebib’s suggestion.

What?: Parenthetically cite when you quote, paraphrase or refer to another person’s idea(s).

Image Citations: Styling the MLA Way

Lisa Laughy — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:00:16 +0000

Lisa Laughy - Archives Assistant
Ohrstrom Library website has just added examples of MLA citations for three types of image sources: images found in books, images found in the ARTstor database, and images found elsewhere online. These examples are located in the “Other Citations” PDF accessible by clicking HERE. These guidelines should be helpful for finishing up the Humanities V Renaissance Art papers, or ask any of the librarians on duty at Ohrstrom for help with your citations.

New Online Resource: Oxford Islamic Studies

Lisa Laughy — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 20:01:37 +0000

Deb Baker – Interim Reference Librarian

Do you want to know more about Islam, but don’t have a lot of time to spend looking for resources? Have a specific question and want a precise answer from a reliable source? Writing a paper and want to consult primary sources? Ohrstrom Library’s newest online reference database, Oxford Islamic Studies Online is suitable for both casual browsing and serious research.

When you open Oxford Islamic Studies Online, the toolbar provides drop down menus for several possible paths: search options, browsing, Qur’anic studies, timelines, and learning resources. Don’t miss this last choice, which offers a collection of trustworthy internet sites on Islam, a glossary, recommended reading with links to bibliographies, and two sets of reference articles: What Everyone Needs to Know About Islam, and Focus On. The editors’ introduction explains that these essays “are designed to stimulate thought and enhance understanding of vital aspects of the Islamic world.”

This desire to help curious readers gain a fuller understanding of Islam gives “Focus On” and “What Everyone Needs to Know” a smart, open tone – like listening to a favorite teacher’s best lecture. Oxford’s outstanding reference materials and user friendly tools make research accurate and simple. A date converter, Qur’anic verse lookup, and handy “cite” button that instantly provides Chicago or MLA citations are examples of Oxford’s thoughtful design.

Visit Ohrstrom Library’s website for brief descriptions of all the online databases available.

HELPFUL FOR: Humanities III & V, Humanities electives
FUN FOR: cultural creatives, news hounds, world travelers, journalists, art and architecture lovers