This guide is designed to assist you at every step of the research process, from determining what you want to research to the citation process and everything in between. Use the menu to navigate quickly to the information you need the most.
If you find yourself uncertain with any of the information provided here, feel free to reach out to your subject area librarian or schedule an appointment with a Research Mav (New program coming Spring of 2024).
Step 1. DEVELOP TOPIC
Select Topic | Develop Research Question | Identify Keywords | Background Information | Refine Topic
Step 2. LOCATE INFORMATION
Search Strategy | Find Books | Find Videos | Find Articles | Find Websites
Step 3. EVALUATE INFORMATION
Evaluate Sources | Primary v Secondary Sources | Types of Periodicals
Step 4. WRITE & ORGANIZE
Organize/Take Notes | Writing & Grammar Resources | Annotated Bibliography | Literature Review
Step 5. CITE SOURCES
Citation Styles | Paraphrasing | Plagiarism
Step 6. LEGAL / ETHICAL USE
Privacy & Confidentiality | Copyright | Censorship
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