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Getting to Know Purdue Libraries

Introductory guide to Purdue Libraries spaces, services, and resources.

Stages of the Research Process

Each of the subpages listed provide information on the different stages of the research process from deciding on a topic, evaluating resources, and citation information.

  • Introduction to Research
    • Selecting a Research Topic
    • Search for Materials in the Purdue Libraries' Catalog
    • Accessing Materials from the Purdue Libraries' Catalog
  • Evaluating Sources
    • Distinguishing Primary and Secondary Sources
    • How to Evaluate Sources
    • Using Scholarly Literature in Your Research
  • Citation
    • Why We Cite Our Sources
    • How We Cite
    • Citing AI-Generated Content