"Format is the way tangible knowledge is disseminated. The essential characteristic of format is the underlying process of information creation, production, and dissemination, rather than how the content is delivered or experienced." - Association of College and Research Libraries' Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education
Eisen, A. (2014, June 5). Research 101: Format matters [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKQSQgdUAu4.
When searching for articles, know what type of periodical it is. This is because each type has its own purpose, intent, audience, etc.
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