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NSM 202: The Scientific Enterprise

NSM 202: The Scientific Enterprise

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This guide is intended to link you to the best resources available at Jenks Library for your research. Start with the resources listed below and use the tabs to find more specific resources:

The Process of Scientific Literacy

Read, Converse, Evaluate


 1. Read with Understanding

Popular press from newspapers and magazines are great sources of new information and are often based on newly published scientific studies and scholarly articles.

 2. Engage in Conversation

Research is not a solitary pursuit. After consuming new information, you should be able to engage in conversations with peers, mentors, and experts about what you have read.

3. Evaluate the Quality

Always ask questions about your reading, like "Is it accurate?", "Does it match other research?" "Does the scholarly research confirm what this popular article is saying?"