Identify and clearly define your topic
** Avoid broad subjects (information overload)
** Narrow topics will limit your sources (not enough information)
Types of Articles
1. Scholarly articles are written by professionals in the field -- authors are subject matter experts, the information and data has been researched & reviewed.
2. Non-scholarly articles are written in popular magazines -- information is not researched -- articles are often biased and based on opinions
3. Trade publications cover business trends, new products or techniques, and organizational news -- written by staff or contributing authors
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Types of Information
1. Primary Sources are original documents or records of events described by someone who participated or witnessed the events. For example: government census, historical documents, statistical data, or manuscripts.
2. Secondary Sources are works that have been analyzed, an interpretation or review of the original work. For example: reviews, monographs, handbooks or literary criticisms.