This document provides guidance on selecting sources for research by considering whether each source is useful, valid, and tells you something new. It recommends including a range of sources like journals, textbooks, websites and magazines. Sources should include both primary and secondary research, as well as a mix of contemporary and historic research from the last 5 years. Correct referencing is also emphasized as important.

2.  You should have a large catalogue of
research which you now need to condense
 I have created this guide to remind you f the
key things to consider when selecting sources

3.  Look closely at the piece of research –when
placed with all the other research is it
useful?
 What does it tell you?
 Can you justify using it?

4.  Ensure you have research from a range of
sources e.g. journals, text books and
internet sites. Some of the film magazines
have fantastic info in too!
 Is it a valid source?
 This shows that you have consulted a range
of sources which adds strength to any
findings you make.

5.  Where applicable try to include a range of
both primary and secondary research
Mix of qualitative and quantitative data. Have
the stats and figures to support opinions.

6.  In most cases it is important to show that you
have both contemporary (within the last 5
years) and historic research – when creating
your final list make sure you don’t only end
up with historic research (unless applicable)

7.  This s so important and the area people fall
down on. I know it is a pain  but get it right
now and it will save you so much work in the
future.
 See – “Small Scale Project” booklet pg 15 for
examples of how to reference correctly