When starting to do research on a new topic using reference books can provide a short overview and may include:
The library has both print and digital reference books. Print reference books are on the main level (3rd) of the library.
Credo Reference helps you build your research vocabulary with dictionaries, glossaries, thesauri, and other reference materials.
Credo Reference helps you start your research with background information from authoritative encyclopedias.
Credo Reference helps you build your research vocabulary with dictionaries, glossaries, thesauri, and other reference materials.
Credo Reference provides an online reference and research collection with topic overviews. This collection includes various dictionaries and encyclopedias, as well as a broad range of subject-specific titles covering everything from art geography and law to technology.
Almanac - An annual publication that includes weather forecasts, planting dates, celestial data, and other statistics. Current almanacs cover specific topics, using statistics to illustrate their history and development.
Atlas - A collection of maps or charts, usually of Earth or of a single continent or region.
Dictionary - A reference source of terms, their definitions, and other relevant information. Also available for specialized subject areas.
Encyclopedia - A collection of information on various topics, or a comprehensive work on a specific branch of knowledge. Often arranged alphabetically.
Glossary - An alphabetized list of terms and definitions on a particular subject
Handbook - A written work on a topic or technique intended for simple, easily accessible reference, such as a Student Handbook.
Index - 1. A list of names, places, or subjects referenced within a publication. Typically listed at the back of a book. 2. A searchable list of periodicals organized by subject or author.
Study guide - A list of references provided to help with research or study.
Style manual - A guide to formatting and documenting sources in an academic paper using a specific style system, such as MLA, APA, Chicago, etc.
Thesaurus - 1. A book of words with vocabulary or information pertaining to a particular subject. Most commonly, a book of words with synonyms. 2. A list of controlled vocabulary used to help locate information within a collection, such as a catalog or an index.