Finding Credible Information
Identifying & Using Articles in College Research
Scholarly, Trade, & Popular Articles
Many courses require students to use scholarly or professional/trade articles as sources. Check out the worksheet below for a quick breakdown of the characteristics of these types of sources.
How to Read & Use Scholarly Articles
Scholarly articles can be intimidating to read and dissect for your college level papers. Use the links below for tips on where to find different pieces of information and how to best approach reading a lengthy peer reviewed, scholarly article.
- Anatomy of a Scholarly ArticleCheck this tutorial from NCSU for a great visual overview of what a scholarly article will look like.
- How to Read a Scientific PaperThis tutorial from Purdue University Libraries gives you strategies on how to efficiently read a scientific paper for comprehension.