Given the high level of academic religious scholarship here I was wondering if maybe some of the more expert members would be willing to give a bit of a research tutorial.
While the names of resources are freely given, I was specifically looking for perhaps a more general "How to research" that answers questions such as
How do I find sources on my own?
What is an original source and why is this good?
How do I know if my source is good? ie verification.
Methods for assimilating a large amount of research?
Methods to ENJOY reading some of the more 'dry' sources? Such as using the index, and Table of Contents, doing a heading scan to get a big picture b/f focusing in.
Personal research styles: Why do you choose certain sources over others? What is your research process?
My research method is fairly rudimentary and I spend a lot of time in the wide angle phase to get my bearings before I get into the detailed stuff.
I know that I personally would benefit from hearing about other members research methods and styles. I could definately improve my verification and assimilation skills I easlily get overwhelmed.
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