Finding Information
For GEOS1100 you are expected to use primary sources.
What is a "primary resource"?
Researchers present their original research findings in journal articles, conference papers and research reports. These are known as "primary resources".
"Secondary resources" are interpretations or analyses of the primary sources.
You should refer to scholarly or professional resources for your information and avoid articles from popular magazines, newspapers or general websites.
In this section you will learn :
- About the different types of information
- Information that is suitable for academic assignments
- How to find primary resources using UQ Library Search and Library databases
- How to find primary resources using Google and Google Scholar
- How to find the full text of an article