Linguistics, TESOL & Translation

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Reading Lists

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Got an assignment? Have you looked at the reading list to see lecturer recommendations?

 

Key Starters for Essays and Dissertations/Research Projects

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After looking at your online reading list, try these to help with your assignments

• Choosing keywords and sources - first steps

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• Finding print and ebooks using the Library Catalogue

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Books often provide an excellent overview of a topic and are a great resource when starting an assignment.

To find print books:

Search the Library Catalogue (second search box on the page)
For each book, note the floor, number and letter code: FIRST FLOOR 658.00721 BRY - save time by taking a photo!

To find ebooks:

Search the Library Catalogue (second search box on the page)
Filter your search on the left hand side to 'Electronic Books'.  
Click on the title of the ebook to load the full record, then use 'Online access' to view.

If you want to search within ebook packages, you will find those most relevant to you in the next 2 sections.

• Online resources to try first

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• When you need more depth, use these

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These sources are especially helpful for longer pieces of undergraduate work, including research projects and dissertations, plus postgraduate work

• Specialist subject encyclopedias

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Wide range of topics covered so great for more advanced work including research projects and dissertations

Dictionaries

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Research Methods

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Finding Articles

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News Sources

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Films, TV and Radio

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Other Recommended Sources

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Referencing

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Guidance and support for referencing in APA 7, including advice about reference generators

Your Subject Team

 Anne Worden

Faculty Librarian

email Anne.Worden@port.ac.uk

 Sharon Bittner

Assistant Faculty Librarian

email sharon.bittner@port.ac.uk