Research Techniques for Scholars and Students

A good foundation in research skills is an essential part of a good education and an important asset in continued lifetime learning. In the fields of religion and theology, there are six major components essential to the development of information retrieval and utilization. In addition to these, Dennis Tucker's latest book covers the following: - Overall library layout- Library catalogs- Periodical literature- Research documentation- Library staff functions- Reference collections- Electronic resources- Paper development

Introduction

vii

The Library as a Physical Space

1

(8)

The Library Catalog

9

(12)

The Reference Collection---Tomes of Information

21

(8)

Periodicals and Indexes

29

(18)

Electronic Resources and the Internet

47

(22)

The Research Paper---Putting It All Together

69

(8)

A Review of the Process

77

(2)

Appendix: Resources

79

(22)

About the Author

101

(1)

Index

102

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Research Techniques for Scholars and Students in Religion and Theology

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