POLS 1710: Intro Comp Gov't (Slavens)  

Do I know enough about my country to begin researching more in depth?

• If not, make sure to check out the BBC Country Profile and CIA World Factbook for your country before utilizing other sources

Who would publish the information I'm seeking?

• Examples: The U.S. Government, International Government Bodies, Scholars (what field?)

How recent do I need materials to be given my country's political and social situations?

• Have their been any major political, cultural, environmental events lately that impact what might count as a "current" source?

Are my sources reliable?

• Who authored the information? Where was it published? Is it from an unbiased source?  Is it current?

  Erik Eckel