ENGL 163: Literary Traditions: Home

Photograph of Bukwila

Photograph of Bukʷi·la· by Nuu-chah-nulth artist Art Thompson (Tsa Qwa Supp), 1997.

We seek knowledge in these territories

Camosun College respectfully acknowledges that our campuses are situated on the territories of the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Kosapsum) and WSÁNEĆ peoples. We honour their knowledge and welcome to all students who seek education here.

This guide provides information, research and links to help you research the different themes studied in ENGL 163 courses.

What is a Citation?

A citation is a listing of a book, journal article, web document or other document in such a way that the user can identify it and find it. They are found in:

  • Online databases, such as Academic Search Complete or CBCA Complete
  • As References in a journal article or a book

Students regularly create citations when they provide a bibliography (also referred to as a Works Cited or References list) for a research essay.

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Looking for help to integrate your research into your paper and cite your sources correctly?

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What a librarian can do for you

For students, we can:

  • Recommend the best databases to search for your research topic
  • Help you to determine appropriate key words to use when searching
  • Answer your questions via email, phone or in-person
  • Meet with you individually or in groups to hash out your topic or discuss research strategies
  • Tell you about library services

For faculty, we can:

  • Track down tricky citations
  • Introduce your students to research tools and strategies via a Library Research class
  • Create a webpage tailored to your course or assignment
  • Discuss ways to best incorporate research skills and library materials into your class assignments
  • Meet with your students individually or in groups
  • Purchase books and other material needed for your research
  • Tell you about new library services
  • Communicate your department's concerns and information needs on to others in the Library

For Faculty

English Faculty please email Ally Flynn, your liaison librarian, if you would like additional resources included this guide. 

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We're here to help you! Camosun Librarians are available to meet with students and instructors in person or online.

Drop-in help is generally available at the Research Help Desk at both campuses Mon-Fri, 11-3pm. To ensure a librarian is available, please book an appointment.

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