Research

Databases:
-general databases
-subject-specific databases

Refine using uneccessary words in databases and search engines.
To search a database, begin by typing a word or phrase with the keypoints of a topic.

To locate books, use a library's catalog.
-Search keyword or phrase and author.
-Get complete record of a book

To locate a wide variety of sources,turn to the web.
-search engines
-directories
-digital archives
-government and news sites
-discussion forums

Other Search Tools:
-Reference Works
-Specialized and Generalized reference works
-bibliographies and scholarly citations
-Conduct field research , if appropriate

Evaluate Sources:
-determine how a source will contribute to your writing
-select sources worth your time and attention
-scanning search results
(again....databases, search engines)