Explore Your Topic
It is a good idea to do some background research when developing your research question. Doing background information can include using in-class readings, library databases, encyclopedias and other reference tools. These resources can also lead you to book, articles, and more on your topic. Here are some recommendations to find background information:
The Blackwell Encyclopedia of Sociology by ISBN: 9780470760857Publication Date: 2008-06-09Continuously Updated: Entries range from short definitions of key terms to extended explorations of major topics and key concepts in the field of sociology. Also includes sociological theories and research that have developed outside of the United States and Western Europe.
- Oxford Bibliographies: Sociology This link opens in a new windowOxford Bibliographies in Sociology provides peer-reviewed annotated bibliographies on the diverse topics of Sociology. It is fully searchable, and browseable by topic.
- SAGE Knowledge This link opens in a new windowAn online collection of subject encyclopedias and handbooks covering a wide-variety of subjects in the social sciences. Particularly strong for handbook coverage.
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Evanston, IL 60208
847-491-2171
jkruse@northwestern.edu
Subjects: Sociology