Tag Archives: Research

New database has info on auto deaths, injuries

AP: “The government has unveiled a new public database that will allow consumers to look up the number of alleged deaths, injuries and cases of property damage involving passenger vehicles”

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Study says many studies suck

SF Chronicle – “Research shows we are far too drunk on stupid studies that tell us what research shows” (via)

Heh

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Libraries vs. the Internet

Stephen Lewis – “Mann’s paper — prepared for AFSCME 2910, the Library of Congress Professional Guild — is a compelling 40-page examination of the roles of libraries, librarians, and cataloging, and of the place and present limits of the Internet. Beginning with the device of a student’s attempt to research the Peloponnesian War, Mann reflects on the nature of research, knowledge, and scholarly discourse vs. “quick fix” searches for isolated facts.”

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Research Skillz

Lifehacker – “Advice for Students: 10 Steps Toward Better Research”

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