Primary, secondary, and tertiary sources are useful for research within the discipline. You may use one, both, or all of these types of sources when conducting your research. The types of sources chosen will depend on your research topic.
Primary Sources
First-Hand Evidence or Raw Materials
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Secondary Sources
Recount & Interpret Info from Primary Sources
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Tertiary Sources
Compile & Summarize Primary and Secondary Sources
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Surveys
Statistical/Census Data
Conference Proceedings
Government Documents/Records
Original Research/Empirical Article
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Textbook
Book on Educational Management
Peer-Reviewed Journal Article (Ex: Review Articles, Literature Reviews, Etc.)
Magazine Article (May also be Primary)
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Dictionary
Encyclopedia
Handbooks
Manuals
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