USMA Library Homepage: Science and Policy: Home

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The purpose of this guide is to help you conduct research for PH 456 - Science and Policy. Follow the tabs to find learn about USMA Library resources, and you'll also find helpful worksheets and tips. Don't forget that you can always contact your PNE liaison librarian (or any USMA Librarian) for help!

Policy Memo Paper

Getting started on your Evaluated Source List (Annotated Bibliography) and Policy Memo Paper?

Writing an Annotated Bibliography
Detailed information and an interactive tutorial from Skidmore Library.
Worksheet: Planning and Outlining Your Policy Memo
Created by the Global Public Policy Institute: This worksheet is designed to help you think critically about the theme, task and how to present a policy memorandum.

Useful Terms - Resource Types
What's a periodical? What's the difference between a primary and secondary source? This is a quick list of resource terms compiled by University of Michigan librarians.