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Virtual Library Locating information

Resources overview	Important questions to ask: Where can I go to find information on my topic? What kind of information is best or most appropriate? How much information do I need? How straightforward, or complex should the information be? What keywords will I use for searching? Think about the different kinds of resources which could be useful. It is important to use a variety of resources, both print and digital. It is useful to keep records or notes of where you have checked for information and what you still have to do.
Key words	Make a list of these before you start; draw a concept map
Digital resources	Internet links Our Virtual Library Search engines Check through the listing for the most appropriate Newsbank Database includes all SA newspapers and The Australian Magazines Some are searchable by general category and key word. Use if the information you need is popular and general Findarticles.com is an excellent source for people
Print resources	Encyclopaedias World Book is a good source of information on many topics and a way to find your bearings Dictionaries We have both general and subject-specific dictionaries Information books Use your keywords to search library catalogues. Print out or take careful note of your findings Magazines Use Guidelines magazine index to locate articles. Newspapers If your topic is very current, you could browse through recent issues. However, a better way is to use an Internet database such as Newsbank
Other libraries	State Library of South Australia www.catalog.slsa.sa.gov.au Search the catalogue to prepare for a visit Adelaide University Library www.library.adelaide.edu.au/guide Resources for subjects taught

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