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What type of readings are classified as 'Essential' in the provided reading lists?
What type of readings are classified as 'Essential' in the provided reading lists?
Which of the following is NOT a database mentioned for finding literature?
Which of the following is NOT a database mentioned for finding literature?
What should be the first step in Task 1 for finding literature on sensorimotor development?
What should be the first step in Task 1 for finding literature on sensorimotor development?
Which of the following sources is specifically referenced as benefiting research on sensorimotor development?
Which of the following sources is specifically referenced as benefiting research on sensorimotor development?
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What is the primary focus of the Task 1 assignment related to sensorimotor development?
What is the primary focus of the Task 1 assignment related to sensorimotor development?
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How can students access readings if they are not available online?
How can students access readings if they are not available online?
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Which of the following best describes 'Recommended / Background' readings?
Which of the following best describes 'Recommended / Background' readings?
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Which tool should be used to find a specific article supporting a nurture explanation for sensorimotor development?
Which tool should be used to find a specific article supporting a nurture explanation for sensorimotor development?
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What is the first step recommended for reading a scientific paper?
What is the first step recommended for reading a scientific paper?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the rules for reading scientific papers?
Which of the following is NOT one of the rules for reading scientific papers?
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When identifying an article for referencing, which source is appropriate?
When identifying an article for referencing, which source is appropriate?
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Which rule encourages engaging with peers about a scientific reading?
Which rule encourages engaging with peers about a scientific reading?
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What should be done after reading an article according to the tasks outlined?
What should be done after reading an article according to the tasks outlined?
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Which option does NOT relate to APA referencing style?
Which option does NOT relate to APA referencing style?
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What is a key benefit of unpacking figures and tables in a scientific paper?
What is a key benefit of unpacking figures and tables in a scientific paper?
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Which task is suggested to improve your referencing skills in APA?
Which task is suggested to improve your referencing skills in APA?
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Study Notes
LC Developing Skills for Psychologists/Neuroscientists 1
- Course covers reading, library resources, and literature referencing
- The lecture overview includes finding literature, referencing, and doing the reading
Finding Literature
- Findit@Bham: Online library catalog for searching journal articles, books, eBooks, etc.
- Search tools include: entering search terms, author/article/topic searches, advanced searches, database/resource filtering (e.g., Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, etc.)
- Other search resources include CORE (free articles), Library Hub Discover (other library collections), PubMed (medical articles), and Web of Science
- Google Scholar: Also indexes journals for broad search. Helpful to cross-reference
- APA PsycArticles: Database of peer-reviewed articles from the American Psychological Association
Referencing
- Key sources include books, journal papers/articles, chapters in books, policy documents (occasionally on web pages)
EndNote Online
- The university uses EndNote online for creating citation and reference lists
- Step-by-step guidance exists, including registration, transferring records, and using the platform
APA Referencing Style
- The American Psychological Association style is used for formatting citations and references. Includes details on in-text citations and reference lists
- Examples of referencing journal articles, books, and other sources are available.
- Applicable to Google Scholar and Findit@Bham resources
Doing The Reading & Skills
- Ten simple rules for Reading a scientific paper are presented (pick goal, understand authors' goal, ask questions, unpack tables and figures, understand formatting, be critical, be kind, go the extra mile, talk about it, and build on it)
Task 1
- Find articles supporting nature/nurture viewpoints, related to the newborn and sensorimotor development covered in a previous lecture, using Findit@Bham
- Repeat the search in Google Scholar; compare results
Task 2
- Identify referenced articles using APA style for referencing
Task 3
- Begin reading assigned articles, applying specific reading rules (like asking 6 questions)
- Initial thoughts should be recorded and considered in conjunction with the specific assigned readings for this unit
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Description
This quiz covers essential skills for psychologists and neuroscientists, focusing on literature searching and referencing. You'll learn about tools like Findit@Bham, Google Scholar, and APA PsycArticles, as well as effective methods for finding reliable resources. Test your knowledge on using these tools to support your research efforts.
