What search terms will you use to find info related to the issues you've selected? How will you identify the most relevant, effective, and credible sources to support your research and thinking?
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You can assemble evidence and artifacts for your portfolios by using a variety of search tools. Consider following these steps:
The library catalog lets you search for books, journals, DVDs, music, and research materials that are available in the Duke University Libraries.
When you know exactly what you want:
When you are starting a search on a new topic:
Looking for even more tips and tricks? Check out this guide to locating and requesting books and ebooks.
Visit the Purdue Online Writing Lab for tips on citing sources in APA format.
Get tips for writing annotations from the Purdue Online Writing Lab and the Writing Studio
Create a free account in RefWorks or Endnote to manage your citations.