Introduction to modern information retrieval
Chowdhury G. G.
Facet, 2010
Theoretical discussion of searching, resource types, evaluation of information and many other things.
Internet research
Barker Donald I.
South-Western, 2010
A quickly read introduction to how to search, both in general and for specific resources.
The elements of library research
George Mary W.
Princeton University Press, 2008
Practical help on how to use library resources to research a topic. Good summaries of the advice are found throughout the book.
What every student should know about researching online
Munger David
Pearson Longman, 2007
Practical hints on use and citation of electronic resources.
Internet research skills
Ó Dochartaigh Niall
Sage Publications, 2007
Practical discussion of how to find and use various kinds of information.
Student guide to research in the digital age
Stebbins Leslie F.
Libraries Unlimited, 2006
Thorough discussion of many aspects of research, including citations and plagiarism.