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3. Reflection – how might you use it?

a. Has the text helped you understand something
more in depth?

b. How useful is the research?

c. How might you refer to it?

1.3.5 Bibliographic Sources for Research

and Annotation

When conducting research, it is essential to consult various
types of bibliographic sources to ensure a comprehensive
understanding of the topic. Bibliographic sources for research
are the references or citations that you include in your research
Research work. These sources can be books, academic journals,
Bibliographic scholarly articles, websites, reports, or any other publication
Sources that you refer and use to gather information and support your
research claims. Bibliographic sources play a crucial role in
research and annotation by providing valuable information
about the relevant literature and sources consulted during
the research process. These sources serve as a foundation for
building upon existing knowledge, supporting arguments,
and giving credit to the original authors.

Here are some common types of bibliographic sources:

1. Books: Books are often considered authoritative
Authoritative sources of information. They can provide in-depth
source coverage of a subject and offer historical context,
theoretical frameworks, and detailed analysis. Books
can be general references or specialised monographs
written by experts in the field.

Fig 1.3.5 Example of a book

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