Encyclopedias provide an overview of your topic and often lead you to more in-depth sources.
Remember, right now you're doing background research that will allow you to focus your in-depth research. You won't cite an encyclopedia in your lit review, but it will help you figure out what to search for in the next step.
For now, just scan the titles to learn how much material is available on the topic. If there isn’t much, you may need to broaden or change your topic.
For now, just scan the titles to learn the different aspects of the topic. If there isn’t much, you may need to broaden or change your topic.