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IDS 103 - College Orientation and Research Skills: Background Research

Background Information

When you begin your research, look up your topic in Credo Reference to find definitions and encyclopedia articles. Rather than using Wikipedia, use this academic database to find background information that is accurate and authoritative. 

Make note of any key ideas or words you come across. These can be used later as keywords you can use to search for more information. 

Credo Reference

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Credo Reference provides access to many encyclopedias, dictionaries, thesauri and other reference books. Subjects covered include art, biography, history, literature, music, religion, and science and technology.
 

Harcum College students, faculty, and staff can access Credo Reference off-campus using a username and password. To find the usernames and passwords, log into Harcum Hatch and click on the Library Database Passwords icon. You will see a page with all the passwords you need.

eBooks from Credo Reference

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