Building background information to get a sense of the scope and main points of your topic. Background information will help you articulate the framework and content of your research. As you browse sources, write down the subject words, key terms, concepts, and phrases that you come across. This will help you with your research and development of your topic.
Which tools do I use to search for background information?
You can usually find background information on your topic in reference books and in library databases. Pro and con essays or articles are especially helpful in providing an overview of both sides of an issue. Encyclopedia articles can also provide historical background on key terms, people and events
Use these library databases to help you form background information about your persuasive topic.
Print reference materials are located on the second floor in the Reference collection