There are many kinds of sources that you can consult to understand a topic and identify a research gap. As you review the literature, it is important to be comprehensive in your search, but also make sure that the sources you are collecting are relevant and credible. To ensure your review is productive, you should understand different types of sources, how to properly search for them, and how to vet them.
This section highlights how to search for sources and check the source’s reliability. In this section you will learn how to: