UNC's Institute on Aging has two excellent online research guides designed specifically for students interested in aging:
There are also additional online tutorials available through the University and Health Sciences Libraries including:
Citing Information will tell you everything you need to know in order to cite your research sources correctly in APA, MLA or CBE citation format.
Evaluating Information will help you to evaluate the books, articles and websites you find in your research for qualities such as accuracy, relevance, currency and credibility.
Finding Health Information: A Path through the Maze will introduce you to the best places to start your research on health-related topics.
Information Ethics leads the user through the basics of copyright law, including fair use, plagiarism and the internet.
In addition, the House Undergraduate Library provides a useful "How Do I?" page, which covers subjects such as how to choose a database and how to get research help. Researchers may also want to take a look at UNC libraries' Research Guides, which can provide a jump start in areas such as social work, public policy and psychology.
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Last updated: 08_05_2008