It is always easier to research a topic when you know more about it. Before using library databases you should confidently be able to speak about your topic on a basic level.
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To learn more about your topic, just Google it! Look for overviews or sites that summarize the topic. Books often provide an overview, and you can find them using the search box on the library's homepage. Use Wikipedia to find definitions, timelines, key players and explanations. (You still shouldn't cite Wikipedia in your final paper, but it can and should be used as you learn about your topic.)
Understand your topic and its context:
- to search better
- to understand more
Potential starting places:
