Academic writing

Understanding key concepts

If you are unsure of any of the concepts in the question, you may need a clear definition of the terms or some background information.

Begin with reference tools which could include subject dictionaries and encyclopedias, both print and online.

Ways of finding these tools:

• online via Sirius:
  
  
  • click Find Resource
  • click Locate
  • select a resource type from the drop-down menu, e.g. handbooks, dictionaries or encyclopedias
  • browse through the list of resources

• in print via the Catalogue
  
  
  • type keywords, e.g. politics dictionary

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