Hey gang,
I thought I would find out from all of you how you do research for new training information.. That's assuming you don't find everything you need right here on the ASTD website <tongue in cheek>.

Where do you go for more or new information? How do you keep current? If it's internet searches, how do you know if the article is reputable?
Marci

Elearning Guild 360 studies. Updated frequently (published version). Data access for custom queries also available.

I'm a librarian by training and experience... my recommendation is to utilize your company's research databases, if you have access. Databases such as ProQuest, Ebsco and Gale have a wealth of articles from professional journals. (If you have a public library card, you can access many of these databases remotely, from the PL's website.)
I usually stick with articles found in these databases as opposed to ones I've found on random internet sites (unless it's a reputable journal posting their articles online)because of the trustworthiness factor. At least you know articles in journals have been vetted by the editors. Good luck and don't hesitate to let your local public librarian know you need help - that's what they're there for!

I am in a manufacturing environment so we rely heavily on our vendors and suppliers for information regarding their products/processes. We can get their publications, studies, and equipment manuals for new product training. We also utilize trade journals specific to the machining and lubrication industry. We work closely with our internal engineering personnel and have access to their engineering studies and proposals that we use to gather information for our training courses.