How will a reference source help me in starting my research?

1. Get an overview of the broader topic
2. Identify sub-topics for narrowing a topic
3. Highlight key terms (people, places, events, dates) - these can be used for more focused research
4. References and citations that follow a reference source offer an early idea of source availability for a topic

Where can I find good reference sources?

The Librarians recommend these databases to start your research.