Background Information Sources
- Gale eBooks This link opens in a new windowMultidisciplinary collection of encyclopedias and reference sources within the Gale eBooks platform
- CQ Researcher Plus Archive This link opens in a new windowCQ Researcher contains reports with background information on current criminal justice topics.
Why background sources?
Sources for background information are also called reference sources. These resources can help you get an overview of a topic; define terms, theories; and point you to other more detailed resources. Book chapters can also provide you with overviews on topics, use Quick Search and narrow to books and ebooks to find them.