In order to write a balanced research paper, you'll want to include information from a variety of sources. For very current information, magazine, journal and newspaper articles are a better research source than books.
Why articles and not books?
Information may appear first in newspapers, then later in magazines and journals. Books, which take time to write, edit, and publish, may not appear on the scene until months or even years later. If you're looking for timely and current information, articles are the way to go.
Articles vs. Books
Here's a quick comparison between what you'll find in articles and what you'll find in books:
Articles
Books
Short: 1-10+ pages
75 pages+
Usually written from one point of view.
May provide multiple points of view.
Focused information on one aspect of a topic.
Provide in-depth & background information.
May provide the most current information on a topic.
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