The Research Process: A Step-By-Step Guide: Step 2: Locate Information

Before starting your research, it's important to understand the types of information sources available. They include:

• Encyclopedias & Dictionaries
• Books & E-Books
• Videos & Images
• Articles from newspapers, magazines and journals
• Grey Literature
• Websites

To create the most effective and efficient searches, utilize the search strategies listed under step 2f.

If you come across materials you need for your research and the Library does not own it, request it through our Interlibrary Loan (ILL) service.