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Finding information

Steps to follow

In this guide you'll learn how to get started with finding information on a topic.  You'll learn how to use keywords, which sources to use and how to evaluate what you find. Plus, discover some top tools for organising your research.

A stack of colourful books

Step 1:

Choose your sources

Step 2:

Plan your search

Step 3:

Evaluate

Step 4:

Organise your research

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