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Library Research Assistance

Library tutorials and resources to assist Durham Tech students with their research.
 
 

Research Assistance

This Durham Tech Library guide provides research tips, video tutorials, and other useful resources for developing good research skills as a student.

Databases to Start Your Research With
If you're just starting your research and need a place to start, Durham Tech Librarians recommend the databases below to learn more about your subject.
Credo Reference features hundreds of encyclopedias and dictionaries. This is a great source for background reading about a topic.
CQ Researcher provides thorough, non-partisan coverage of today's most pressing issues. Each report features in-depth analysis, historical background, policy details, and pro/con debate sections from experts, written by experienced journalists and rigorously fact-checked.