This step-by-step guide will assist you in finding information and resources to guide you through the research process. If you have questions or need more in-depth help, please contact a reference librarian.
Step 1. DEVELOP TOPIC
Select Topic | Identify Keywords | Background Information | Develop Research Question | 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