Subject dictionaries and encyclopedias are a great first step in the resource process. They provide definitions and short overview articles about concepts in economics. These sources are also really helpful when looking for specific search terms or narrowing down a research topic.
The Concise Encyclopedia of the Great Recession, 2007-2010 by 
The Princeton Encyclopedia of the World Economy by Vogel Library, Wartburg College | 100 Wartburg Blvd, Waverly, IA, 50677 | Phone: 319-352-8500 | Email: asklibrarian@wartburg.edu
