Primary Source Literacy Trends

by AM
Mar 12, 2026 | Filed in Research

The 2025 Study of Primary Source Literacy Trends examines how students across disciplines engage with primary sources. While librarians widely affirm their value for building research confidence and historical understanding, the study reveals structural and disciplinary gaps in instruction. The full survey is available courtesy of AM. Download today.

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