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Researching Controversial Issues  Tags: capstone american_dilemmas  

Last update: Sep 24th, 2009 URL: http://stedwards.libguides.com/conissues  Print Guide  RSS Updates

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    Topic Selection

    For information on finding and identifing suitable topics please view the LibGuide: Selecting a Topic: American Dilemmas & Capstone

    Careful topic selection is crucial for a successful American Dilemmas or Capstone.  These papers require specific research elements be available. 

     

     

    Tools to Help Organize Your Research

    Use NoodleBib
    to organize and track your sources 
    to help generate citations 
    See NoodleBib LibGuide

    Use My EbscoHost
    Set up your account from any Ebsco database and save selected articles or search strategies.
    See EbscoHost Tips

     

    Types of Information

    Today's researcher utilizes information in many formats.  The following list links source type to finding tools.

    Source Type Finding Tool:
    Books/Ebooks
    Reference materials
    • Encyclopedias
    • Dictionaries
    • Statistical Handbooks
    Articles
    • Newspapers (New York Times, Austin American-Statesman)
    • Popular/General Magazines (Time, Newsweek)
    • Scholarly Journals (Journal of Social Issues)
    • Professional/Trade Journals (Instructor)

    Web Sites
    Gray Literature
    Government Information
     
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