Q. I'm taking SPHS511. Do you have any resources to help me complete my literature review?

Please explore the selected resources below to get to know your library, and learn about resources and skills that will help you as you work on your SPHS511 literature review.

Then, when you're ready, connect with the librarians using any of the options on our Ask a Librarian page.  Librarians are available 365 days per year, an we're happy to answer any questions that you have! 

 Subject pages: 

Subject pages are a great place to explore for topic ideas!  They'll link you to relevant databases, websites, multimedia sites and more.  See more tips for choosing a topic at this FAQ: How can I choose a research question?

• Sports Health
• Sports Management

  Video tutorials:

• Graduate Studies Resources in the Library | 5:18
• Introduction to Library Search | 2:44
• Advanced Search Techniques | 4:09
• Finding Scholarly Resources Using Google Scholar | 2:14
   

 Related FAQs:

• How can I choose a research question?
• How do I search for articles in the APUS Library?
• How can I pick the best keywords to use when researching my topic?
• What does "scholarly" mean?
• What's the difference between a research article (or research study) and a review article?
• How can one good source lead me to other good sources?
• I found a great source for my topic. Is there a quick way to find articles or books that have cited it?
• How do I write a literature review?
   

 If you'd like to sharpen your skills even further, see:

• The Advanced Research Skills section of the library's Research@APUS resource will show you some clever keyword techniques and deep-dive search strategies that will help you maximize your library search results.
• SAGE Research Methods is a database of tutorials and information to help you design and carry out your own, original research study.  This will be especially helpful as you get ready to start your thesis or capstone project. For now, see the Project Planner, which includes a section on reviewing the literature.
   

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