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Search for Resources Video Introduction
Check out the video below for an introduction to the Search for Resources section of the Information Literacy Content Hub!
How do I search for resources?
Searching for resources can feel like a daunting undertaking. There are billions of information pieces out there in a variety of formats, both analog and digital. Where do you start, and how do you go about finding what you need?
It can help to understand what resources are and where they tend to live, and to develop a simple strategy for approaching the research process. In this module, there are three sections to help you do just that:
Understanding Sources and Their Contributions
In this section you will find information on how to:
- Understand how different sources contribute to answering research questions
- Identify why certain sources are relevant to a line of inquiry
Exploring Tools to Locate Information
In this section, you will:
- Understand various tools to find information
- Compare and contrast different search processes, including their strengths and weaknesses
Developing a Research Strategy
In this section, you will:
- Discover the seven steps to an effective research strategy
- Explore common research obstacles and their solutions