Your professors may allow books to be used as sources. In some disciplines, such as history and philosophy, research is often published in books. When using books, be sure to choose ones that are considered scholarly. But how can you tell if a book is scholarly?
What to Look For:
An author with expertise — such as a college professor or researcher.
Citations from reputable sources, including a bibliography.
Publication by a university press (e.g., Columbia University Press or MIT Press) — though some university presses also publish non-scholarly books, so use other criteria to assess the book's credibility.
Just like with articles, you still need to critically assess the quality and relevance of the source. Think DRAMA - Date, Relevance, Authority, Motivation, and Accuracy.
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