Jennifer Stevenson edited and updated this guide Fall 2022.
Need to select a research topic or find background information?
The Reference Collection includes a variety of different sources, such as: subject-focused encyclopedias, handbooks, almanacs, maps/atlases, statistical compendiums, dictionaries, and more. Look here to find introductory articles on subject-related topics. The broad perspective offered by such articles often proves helpful for narrowing research topics before pursuing more in-depth information.
This guide provides some recommendations for encyclopedias and other reference resources that might provide helpful information relating to your topic.
Electronic Resource 2019
Electronic Resource 2018
Electronic Resource 2019
Electronic Resource 2012
Electronic Resource 2017
Electronic Resource 2019
Electronic Resource 2010
Reference Collection (Second Floor) 2013
Electronic Resource 2015
Electronic Resource 2015
Electronic Resource 2017
Electronic Resource 2017
The following databases provide access to statistics and other kinds of data.
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The following databases provide information that will help you identify psychological tests and measuring instruments.
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If you need to gather information about grant-funding opportunities, we recommend that you consult the Grant Funding and Proposal Writing Research Guide.
