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Research Essentials

This guide covers the fundamentals of college research: identifying source types, finding sources using library resources, and evaluating the credibility of sources.

Research Essentials

This guide will cover how to identify the main types of information sources you might need in your research and coursework, find these sources through the UIS library, and evaluate the credibility of information you find.

If you’re struggling with any part of the research process, please reach out to us! We are here to help with any questions you might have. Examples of common questions include:

  • Can you help me find the full text of this article I have a citation for?
  • I'm having trouble finding articles on my topic
  • I don't know where to look for sources about my topic
  • How do I tell if this source is scholarly and peer-reviewed?

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