Education

Education

The academic field of education encompasses the study and practice of teaching and learning processes, educational systems, policies, and instructional methodologies. It involves a multidisciplinary approach, integrating insights from psychology, sociology, history, and philosophy to understand how individuals acquire knowledge and skills. Researchers in education analyze educational practices, curriculum development, assessment methods, and the impact of social and cultural factors on learning. The field aims to improve educational outcomes, promote equity and inclusion, and develop innovative strategies to enhance teaching and learning at all levels, from early childhood to higher education.

Getting Started:

Welcome to the research guide for Education. This guide is tailored to help you navigate the wealth of information available through Davis Library, including books, articles, and much more. Whether you're working on a class project, conducting research, or just exploring, you'll find valuable resources here.

Use the side navigation tabs to find the information you are looking for:

• 'The Research Process' explains how to conduct initial research in the library.
• 'Finding Resources' has information on finding books, articles and more using library resources.
• 'Citing Resources' information on organizing your research and citing it properly in your work.
• 'Additional Resources' contains links to relevant resources for your topic that exist outside of the library.

Purpose:

• Supporting Research: Research guides provide students, researchers, and faculty with curated resources and guidance on specific subjects or courses. They offer access to relevant books, articles, databases, websites, and other academic resources.
• Enhancing Information Literacy: By offering tutorials, tips, and guides on how to effectively search for and evaluate information, research guides help users develop critical information literacy skills.
• Centralizing Resources: Research guides serve as a centralized platform where libraries can organize and present their resources in an accessible and user-friendly manner. This includes subject-specific resources, study aids, and instructional materials.