You might find the Introduction to Library Research useful if you've never worked on a research project at the university level.
If you need help getting started, finding information, or have a question about resources, contact a librarian.
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Best Bets - Start with a couple of quick searches of Summon and a subject-specialized database like Communication and Mass Media Complete to get a feel for the type and quantity of sources available. Play around with the suggested search terms.
Background Information - Sometimes you need a definition or basic fact for your paper that you can't find in a scholarly article. Or perhaps you need a more basic understanding of your topic before diving deeper into scholarly research. This is where reference sources, such as encyclopedias, come in handy.