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Background Information
Background Information
Also known as "backgrounders" or "tertiary sources," this type of information helps researchers understand their topics better. You will likely find background information in encyclopedia articles and textbooks.
This is an advanced encyclopedia source for high school and college students. Use this for general background information on your topic.
We have a number of reference books in this database that cover topics in the sciences. Typically, this collection of reference sources is more in depth than World Book Advanced
This is a specialized database containing background/tertiary, secondary, and primary research articles. For background information, look for "Top Overview" articles or sources under "Reference."
This is a specialized database containing background/tertiary, secondary, and primary research articles. Look for "Topic Overviews," "Reference," and "Books" for background information.
https://libraries.maine.edu/mainedatabases/authmaine.asp?db=eds
Click on Concept Map on left-hand side
Secondary Sources
Secondary Sources
Designed for advanced high school and college students
Covers many academic subjects
Contains a mix of primary, secondary, and tertiary sources
To find secondary sources, look for "Trade Publications," "Magazines," "Newspapers," and "Books."
This is a specialized database containing background/tertiary, secondary, and primary research articles in the sciences.
To find secondary sources, narrow your results by one of the following content types: "Magazines," "Audio," "Videos," and "News."
reference books
videos
magazine & news articles
academic journals
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Primary Research and Sources
Primary Research and Sources
Designed for advanced high school and college students
Covers many academic subjects
Contains a mix of primary, secondary, and tertiary sources
To find secondary sources, look for "Trade Publications," "Magazines," "Newspapers," and "Books."
This is a specialized database containing background/tertiary, secondary, and primary research articles in the sciences.
To find secondary sources, narrow your results by one of the following content types: "Magazines," "Audio," "Videos," and "News."
reference books
videos
magazine & news articles
academic journals
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