Other research paper sources

  Audiovisual Sources
In addition, you may be able to use audiovisual sources for your research paper. These include:
• DVDs and videotapes
• audiocassettes
• slides
• photographs
• fine art, such as reproductions of paintings and posters
You can often borrow audiovisual materials from your library as you would books, magazines, and other print sources.
Other Sources of Information
You're not done yet! The library has even more sources for you to consider. These include government documents, pamphlets, and special collections.
GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS
Who's the largest publisher in the United States? It's the government! The government publishes numerous pamphlets, reports, catalogs, and newsletters on most issues of national concern. Government documents are often excellent research sources because they tend to be factual and unbiased. To find government documents, try these online indexes:
• Monthly Catalog of the United States Government Publications
• United States Government Publications Index
Most government offices have extensive online sites where you can download an astonishing treasure of information, including the full text of many documents and research papers. You can locate these sources through government search engines. Among the best are:
• GPO Access http://www.gpoaccess.gov Home Page
• About Government     http://www.gpo.gov
PAMPHLETS
Pamphlets are another reference source to consider. They are published by private organizations and government agencies. Since pamphlets are usually too small to place on the shelves, they are stored in the vertical file. This is just what the name implies: a filing cabinet with pamphlets arranged in files. The Vertical File Index: A Subject and Title Index to Selected Pamphlet Material lists many of the available titles. In addition, you can simply browse in the vertical file under your topic.
SPECIAL COLLECTIONS
Many libraries also have special collections of rare books, manuscripts, newspapers, magazines, photographs, maps, and items of local interest. These are stored in a special room or section of the library. Often you will need permission to access these materials.