Welcome to the TSU Library Learning Center

Graduate studies require a deeper exploration of scholarly works compared to undergraduate studies because they aim for a more thorough understanding of research topics. Knowing the purpose of your information search and identifying suitable information sources are essential for refining your search strategy. Publication formats hint at content purposes, and those vary by discipline. In Humanities and some Social Sciences, books and monographs spark scholarly debates, while in the sciences, they serve as reference and synthesis. Journal articles are key for original research in the sciences and in some Social Sciences. Humanities and some Social Sciences often use first-hand accounts like newspapers, interviews, or historical records. Digital publishing blurs format distinctions, but it is still significant. Communication formats will continue to evolve with more multimedia and interdisciplinary content. Given the rise of online sources, critical evaluation for credibility, accuracy, currency, and relevance is crucial.