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Different Types of Reference Sources

Different Types of Reference Sources. Library Class. Encyclopedia. A lphabetically organized listing of subjects Good basis for the beginning stages of research. Online Encyclopedia Current: updated every year Quick and easy. Books in our reference section 2009 is our newest

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Different Types of Reference Sources

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  1. Different Types of Reference Sources Library Class

  2. Encyclopedia Alphabetically organized listing of subjects Good basis for the beginning stages of research • Online Encyclopedia • Current: updated every year • Quick and easy • Books in our reference section • 2009 is our newest • Do not need a computer

  3. Dictionary Contain words in alphabetically order Gives the pronunciation and definitions • Online dictionary • Contains a definition • Pronounces it out loud for you! • Book version • Alphabetically organized by word

  4. Atlas Collection of maps Usually of Earth or a specific region • Online • Some are interactive • Need online access • Book version • Organized by location, region, country, or state

  5. Annual (yearly) publication Includes information such as weather forecasts, farmers' planting dates, astrological information Also might include lists of information related to people, places, and events. Often arranged according to the calendar Almanac • Online • Can always find the current year • Book version • Our newest is from 2005

  6. Thesaurus Lists words grouped together by similar meaning Lists synonyms and similar words Sometimes lists antonyms • Online • Quick and easy • Gives synonyms and antonyms • Book version • We do not have one in our library

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