Conducting Research
Citation Chaining
Citation chaining is a powerful technique for researching a topic. When you find a source (usually an academic article or book) that is highly relevant to your research question, you can use citation chaining to discover additional sources that may be relevant to your research and gain a deeper understanding of the topic.
Here's how to use citation chaining:
Look for references in the source: As you read the source, pay attention to any references to other works. These references may be in-text citations or footnotes.
Follow the references: If you find a section in the source that is particularly relevant to your research, check to see if any sources are referenced. Use the reference to find further details about the sources in the works cited list or bibliography.
Track down the sources by searching for them in databases like Google Scholar or other academic databases, or by asking Mr Mac.
You can also look skim through the works cited page or bibliography at the end of the article to look for more relevant sources.