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Finding information sources is probably what most people would associate with research. While it’s true that searching catalogs and databases is an important part of the research process, it’s important to strategically plan your search and make sure you’re looking for the appropriate type of source.
This section will describe some of the different types of sources you’ll encounter in your research, show you how to objectively evaluate them, and demonstrate high impact search strategies that will save you time and energy.