scholarly articles - SFU Library - Simon Fraser University
scholarly articles - SFU Library - Simon Fraser University
scholarly articles - SFU Library - Simon Fraser University
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(PRE)SEARCHING WITH BACKGROUND MATERIAL<br />
What is it<br />
• Encyclopedias and other reference sources, which give topic<br />
overviews and hint at sub-topics<br />
Why use it<br />
• Reading background materials prepares you to find other<br />
sources<br />
Helps you narrow a topic that is too big<br />
Helps you identify terminology used in the field<br />
Helps you identify key researchers<br />
Helps you find related readings<br />
Where to find it<br />
• Online Reference Sources<br />
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