The key to good research is not just finding information on a topic, but also, and more importantly, finding quality information that is appropriate to your level of research. Take a look at the boxes below to help you determine whether a source should be used for your papers, speeches, or presentations.
Periodicals
Academic journals:
Written by experts or practitioners in the field, peer reviewed, associated with an institution or society within that business, academic field, or industry
Magazines:
Usually related to current events, news, and or trends related to a specific topic or trade
Newspapers:
Used for transmission of current events and community information. Not considered a scholarly source, but can be beneficial for collecting information related to specific events
Peer review is important not only because your professors will be requiring it of you, but also because they represent the most scholarly, most authoritative information within the different disciplines
