Research typically involves using a variety of sources including:
To create the most effective and efficient searches, utilize the search strategies listed under Step 2: Locate Information.
Before starting your research, it's important to understand the types of information sources available. This video provides a broad overview of the information you can find in sources such as books, encyclopedias, almanacs, periodicals, electronic resources and more.
Posted with permission from Bob Baker, Library Director, Pima Community College.
Information Literacy: Episode 3 Types of Information Sources
Are you having trouble locating a book? Is it not in our collection? Currently checked-out? Please visit our Pascal Guide. This guide will show you how to request books from Pascal Delivers step-by-step. The Partnership Among South Carolina Libraries makes books available in as little as 3 to 5 days from most colleges in the state.