The databases listed in this box cover a wide variety of topics, and can be used for any subject.
These databases cover specific subjects, specifically ones that cover communication, and addressing different viewpoints on controversial topics.
Encyclopedias provide a small amount of important information on a vast range of subjects. They are useful for learning the basics of a topic before beginning more in-depth research.
Dissertations are very long essays on particular subjects, and are very useful and often overlooked in the research process. They are longer than the standard journal articles, but are usually shorter than books. It is best to start by reading the abstract and the table of contents, so you can see which parts of the dissertation may be helpful without reading the entire essay.
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