LIBRARY EXERCISE #2 - Researching Academic Majors - ENG102 - First-Year Composition - LibGuides at Paradise Valley Community College

What is an Academic Major?

Why is it important to have an academic major?

Your major plays a large role in deciding what courses you take, what your overall academic experience is like, and what career paths might be available to you after graduation. It's understandable that your family and friends are interested in your plans for the future.

What is a academic major in college?

Your major refers to the academic field you will study, such as majoring in accounting, music, engineering, or mathematics. By comparison, your degree indicates the level of education that you have completed or are pursuing.

Popular College Majors

10 Most Popular College Majors
Learn about the most common college majors, including salaries and entry-level positions associated with each.

Researching Academic Majors

Guide to Choosing College Majors
We know that choosing a college major can be overwhelming. But have no fear! Your choice of major will not lock you into a specific career for the rest of your life. That said, you WILL spend a lot of time whatever subject you choose. Here’s what you need to know about college majors before you commit.
How to Research a College Effectively
One of the most important aspects of the college admissions process is identifying the schools that are good academic and social fits for you. To ensure that you are applying to a balanced list of reach, target, and likely schools where you will be happy and successful, extensively research each school before adding it to your list.
What's the best way to research college majors?
It's always a good idea to research college majors thoroughly, so kudos for taking the initiative. One effective method I've found helpful is checking out the course catalogs of various colleges. Do some research into the required courses, electives, and overall structure of the programs that pique your interest.

LIBRARY EXERCISE #2 - Researching Academic Majors

Read the above information and websites, open up a MS Word document and do the following:

1. Use OneSearch to locate a scholarly article on your topic and cite it using the MLA or APA citation style below:

2. Use one of the background information databases to locate an article on your topic and cite it below using MLA or APA citation style.

3. Go to the ENG102 libguide and locate the EXIT TICKET (a tab located on the left-hand column of the ENG102 research guide), click on it, and answer the survey questions. Thanks!

LIBRARY EXERCISE #2 - Researching Academic Majors

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