Browse online TOC You can also scan the table of contents for online journals . Many publishers provide access to the latest issue free of charge on their web site. Enter the journal's title on a search engine, such as Google . The Kenyon libraries provide online and print access to many others. This planning will save you time and frustration, as well as help to clarify your research topic.
Primary literature reports the original research of an individual or group of researchers.
These reports are written for an audience of peers. Prior to publication, each scholarly article is reviewed by a group of peers. Keep in mind that some scholarly journals also include Literature Review articles. However, they may be an excellent starting point for your research. Secondary literature synthesizes and repackages, or provides access to, primary research.