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Attallah PhD - Library Guide

Background Information

On the homepage, select "Education" from the Collections list. On the results page, enter "education or pedagogy" in the search box above the Collections list. On the Revise Search page, you can use the "View more" option under Document TypePublication, or Subjects to refine your search for background information.

On the left side of the homepage, select "Education" from the "Browse by Subject." From the "Education" results page, you can narrow the topic further. Please note: At the results screen on the right, select "Available to me" under the "Availability" area to view full text titles.

Finding background information at the beginning of your research is important if you are not an expert in the subject area or not sure from what angle to approach your topic. Background information can provide:

  • A broad overview of the subject.
  • Definitions of the topic.
  • Introduction to key issues.
  • Names of people who are authorities in the subject field.
  • Major dates and events.
  • Keywords and subject-specific vocabulary terms that can be used for database searches.
  • Bibliographies that lead to additional resources.

Take the time to learn about your topic before you decide on a research question. It can save you time in the long run.

Find Books and eBooks

Use the catalog search box below to find books, faculty publications, alumni publications, and more.

 

Find eBooks in eBooks databases:

More databases for eBooks: A-Z Databases: E-Books.