First, check the resources of the local library. Search for the topics or keywords you are interested in on the library website to see if there are relevant books, periodicals and reference materials for borrowing or browsing.
Use academic search engines, such as PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus and so on. , and enter keywords or topics to search. These search engines provide a large number of academic documents, periodicals and conference papers. You can filter and sort by title, author, abstract or keywords.
No matter which method is adopted, it is necessary to ensure that the obtained documents are reliable and of high quality. It is very important to evaluate the source of literature, the qualification of authors and the credibility of institutions. In addition, we should also pay attention to the accuracy of quotations and the logic of hierarchical structure to ensure the credibility and scientific value of documents.
Matters needing attention in using references
1. Copyright and citation norms: abide by the copyright law and academic ethics norms, and use other people's research results must be correctly cited and indicate the source. Use appropriate citation formats (such as APA, MLA, Chicago, etc. ) to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the reference.
2. Credibility and reliability: Evaluate the credibility and reliability of references, and try to choose credible academic journals, conference papers or books. Consider the qualification of the author, the reputation of the publishing institution, the number of citations of documents, and the research methods.
3. Diversity and breadth: When using references, we should try our best to obtain the views and evidence of diversity and breadth, so as to fully understand the current situation and disputes in the research field. Synthesize different viewpoints and research results to form objective conclusions and analysis.
4. In-depth understanding and analysis: Reading and understanding the contents of references are not just simple quotations or excerpts. Think about the author's research problems, methods and conclusions, and analyze their logical and scientific values. Compare and contrast with other documents, and think deeply about related issues in related topics and fields.
5. Auxiliary comments and explanations: References can be used to support your own views and arguments, but it does not mean that all views are correct or applicable to specific situations. Try to combine your own thinking and understanding of other documents and provide corresponding comments and explanations to show your academic ability and independent thinking ability.
6. Update and track the citations in time: In the process of use, we should pay attention to update the references in time and track the citations of related research. Literature may be updated, revised or have new research results after a period of time. In order to keep the research accurate and cutting-edge, we need to keep our attention and update our reference library.