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*African American Studies: General Research Guide

What to search for...

Learn about the formats you might encounter in African American Studies research:

  • Encyclopedias and Dictionaries: to increase your own background understanding of specific terms and topics
  • Journals: you can even search for specific journals where you'll find research articles
  • Books: learn about how to search for books in Memorial Library

What Kind of Source Should I Use?

Types of Sources video developed by Instruction and Student Engagement Department, Milner Library, Illinois State University
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