Figuring out what information you need to get the job done relies on understanding the scope of your question and the type of information that will be useful. As a Deakin student, you have a wealth of resources and support through the Deakin Library.
Information sources are generally classified as primary or secondary. Primary sources include original research, interviews, or raw data, while secondary sources interpret or analyse primary data. For more information, check out the primary and secondary sources guide.
Click the buttons below to read more about different types of information resources.
Navigating the vast amount of online information can be overwhelming. Here are some effective ways for finding credible sources of information. Start by:
Checking your unit Reading List for prescribed materials.
Exploring the Library by using Library Search to access books, electronic articles, DVDs, and more.
Checking out such as ScienceDirect, Scopus and Web of Science, as they provide academic content.
Using search engines like Google Scholar or Google, but be mindful that these tools may not always offer the most credible resources compared to the Library.
Check out the video (2:34) below to learn how to find the best resources for your assessments, narrow down your search results and find peer reviewed articles.