Research Skills

To get the best marks, you need to use the right information sources. Bad research = bad results! Use the links below to learn about library research skills:

• Evaluating information
• Sources for academic study
• Putting together a successful search strategy
• Referencing your sources
• With these skills, you will be information literate

What is library research?

Randall Meyer

Stanford University

Study Skills

Helen and Cherie are your Study Skills Assistants.  They can help you with academic writing, referencing, researching and much more!  Upgrade your skills with the information they provide in the Library and on this website. You can also book an appointment for 1-to-1 help and advice. Email: studyskills@barnsley.ac.uk  Telephone: 01226 216 884

For further help contact: helibrary@barnsley.ac.uk