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English Composition--Annotated Bibliography Page

How to Think about Your Topic

Using the right words to find information on your topic is key! Watch this tutorial before you begin your research.
Be sure to turn your audio on (or choose the CC icon below).
To begin simply click on the play icon.

Searching with Keywords

Gather Background Information

Start your research by gathering general information in encyclopedias and general reference works, such as these:

Gale Virtual Reference Library This link opens in a new window
A collection of full text online encyclopedias, almanacs, and specialized reference sources for multidisciplinary research.
Funk & Wagnalls New World Encyclopedia This link opens in a new window
Database of encyclopedia entries covering a wide variety of topics. Includes an audio feature that will read each entry out loud.

Talking to Databases