The UW Libraries Undergraduate Researcher Tutorial is a self-paced online tutorial that introduces undergraduate students to research skills and UW Libraries resources and services. The tutorial content was created based on needs identified by student researchers, faculty research mentors, and the Office of Undergraduate Research.
This tutorial is designed for all levels of student research expertise. Students can track and share their progress using the Tutorial Action Plan.
The Undergraduate Researcher Tutorial can help you:
Read Strategically
Efficiently read scholarly texts for comprehension and meaning and improve confidence in reading academic writing
Better Evaluate Information
Consider what credibility means in different information contexts and select and apply a strategy for evaluating any information source
Enhance Database & Searching Skills
Select an appropriate search tool for your information need, construct a search based on keywords, and use and apply search strategies
Enhance Citation Practices
Build knowledge of academic citation conventions and ethics, and choose a citation management tool that matches your specific needs
Publish & Share Your Research
Understand the publishing ecosystem and examine and apply the rights and responsibilities of undergraduate student researchers and authors
Find Your Balance
Draw on personal strengths to manage imposter phenomenon and create a plan to organize and manage your time
Get Expert Help
Interested or already involved in independent or team research?
Looking to gain or improve library research skills?
Get the Tutorial
UW Students
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UW Instructors
Log in to Canvas and import the whole tutorial or import individual modules into your Canvas course via Canvas Commons — search for the tutorial by name; view UW IT instructions for help.
Talk with us about how the tutorial can support undergraduate students in your department or program: UW Libraries Undergraduate Student Success Team – Amanda Hornby, Emilie Vrbancic, Linda Whang