That should give you several ideas on how to narrow your topic. Finding too little information may indicate that you need to broaden your topic. For example, look for information on students, rather than college students. This can save time in the long run by giving you a good grasp of the issues involved on your topic. CQ Researcher is an especially good resource for currently hot topics and social issues.
Many topics require a combination of all three.
The information you use may also be Retrospective or Contemporary . For many topics, a combination of contemporary and retrospective materials is appropriate. General Information General information sources provide an overview or introduction of a subject, person, or event. This type of resource is helpful when you are researching an unfamiliar topic, giving you a base of information on which you can build. Encyclopedias, dictionaries, handbooks, and sometimes the Internet are common general information sources.