Research is a Process
Resources to help with literature reviews
There are many resources available on the internet and in print to help you conduct a literature review. For graduate students working on a thesis, the most important resource is your graduate committee chair. Also, if you are an ILR student, don't forget to speak with one of Catherwood's reference librarians. They have subject matter expertise and can help you find research materials, as well as show you relevant databases and resources, including Zotero, an online bibliographic management system. Cornell students can also take advantage of the John S. Knight Institute for Writing in the Disciplines, which offers a walk-in tutoring Service.
Online Resources
- The Literature Review: A Few Tips on ConductingWriting Advice from the University of Toronto Health Sciences Writing Centre.
- Write a Literature ReviewResearch guide from the University Library, UC Santa Cruz
- Learn How to Write a Review of LiteratureFrom the Writing Center at University of Wisconsin - Madison.
Evaluating Sources
- Evaluating Web Sites (Cornell University Library)Tips for evaluating the sources you find on the web.
- Critical Thinking CommunityProvides articles and papers on critical thinking. Promotes the development of critical thinking for students and others.
- Tutorial on Annotated BibliographyTutorial on Annotated Bibliography
Evaluating Information
- Is it CRAAP?The CRAAP Test* is a useful guide to evaluating resources. CRAAP is an acronym for the general categories of criteria that can be used to evaluate information you find. Use the CRAAP Test to decide if information is appropriate for your research!