Research
So you have a paper or project due and you don't know where to start? Use this guide to help you pick a researchable topic, search for sources effectively, and keep track of your research.
Finding In-Depth Sources
In-Depth Sources Include:
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MAGAZINES |
BOOKS AND BOOK CHAPTERS |
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PEER-REVIEWED JOURNAL ARTICLES |
Library Search is the library's main search tool for finding in-depth sources.For tips and search strategies, go through our 15 minute Library Search Tutorial (coming soon).You can request books and articles that we don't have at CVTC through Library Search. |
To search a more focused set of sources, choose databases that are specific to the subject or program your topic is in.
- Databases by Subject : Find databases organized by topic.
Finding Data Sources
Use the following resources to find data and opinion polls to support or refute claims:
- Social Explorer: Interactive data maps of United States demographic information from the U.S. Census Bureau from 1790-present
- Pew Research Center
Pew Research Center is a nonpartisan fact tank that informs the public about the issues, attitudes and trends shaping America and the world. Includes public opinion polling, demographic research, and media content analysis.
- UN Data
The United Nations Statistics Division provides a variety of statistical resources.