Searching for background information about your topic is a great way to start your research, especially before you select your final topic and want to explore ideas when creating your central thesis statement. Credo Reference is an excellent starting point. This database offers reliable reference encyclopedias and handbooks, giving you an overview of the topic. It also links out to other databases like Gale eBooks with background information, making Credo a one-stop-shop for background information.

Below is a screen capture of a search within Credo Reference. Notice that this database displays additional library database search results in addition to the main search results: