Library Databases & Reference Books
The Encyclopedia of Political Science by This comprehensive, five-volume work traces the evolution of political theories, concepts, research frameworks, and political practices from across the world. As it examines the interplay of political ideas and processes, the encyclopedia also conveys the vitality and excitement of politics in practice. Cognizant of the global nature of political ideas and movements, TEPS reflects a wide range of concepts and frameworks, both Western and non-Western, national and international. An authoritative survey of the state of politics and political science, it consists of more than 1,500 A to Z signed entries by contributors from over 30 countries, including 300 overview articles or interpretive essays.
Call Number: EbookISBN: 9781608712663Publication Date: 2011
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Primary Sources
- USA.gov Government Agencies and OfficialsFind information for federal, state, and local government agencies and elected officials.
TIPS FOR FINDING PRIMARY SOURCES
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2. Use the Google search tool for searching within a web site or domain type.
3. When reading articles, watch for references to primary sources.
Citing Sources
- The Chicago Manual of Style OnlineThe Chicago Manual of Style Online is completely searchable and easy to use, providing quick answers to your style and editing questions, and examples of citations for each type of source.
- Citing Sources in APA 7th editionThis library guide provides examples of APA citations for all kinds of sources.
- APA Style ReferencesThe APA website provides information and examples on citing sources using APA 7th edition.
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