Library Guides: The Research Process: Tips

Background Information

Google	See our guide to using Google for tips & tricks as you search
Wikipedia	Check the reference list and bibliography on any Wikipedia article for more sources
Encyclopedias & Reference Books	Find background info across all subject areas

Books, articles, and additional sources

OneSearch	Search books, articles, journals, databases, and e-books all at once
Databases by Subject	Narrow your search to a specific discipline
CSU Catalog	Find materials that are located here in the CSU Library (e-books as well)
PASCAL	Search for materials located in academic libraries throughout South Carolina
Google Scholar	Search scholarly literature across a variety of disciplines
Google Books	Preview online books across a variety of disciplines
Google News	Find "breaking news headlines and personalized news stories based on your likes and interests"