This book is a hands-on guide to academic research with a critical, informed lens. It walks readers through how to choose the right sources based on their research needs, the flow of information, and their specific context. The research process is broken into manageable steps starting with identifying information needs, forming strong questions, and building effective search strategies using keywords and tools like Search@UW, databases, and search engines.
It also covers how to evaluate sources by recognizing bias, understanding author expertise, and judging