Research

1. Identify and develop a topic:
   What do I want to write about?

2. Find background information:
   What do I know about the topic? What else can I find about the topic?

3. Check the online catalog for resources:
   What information is in our library? What books? What media resources?

4. Search online databases for periodicals:
   What magazines, journals or newspaper articles are about my topic?

5. Find Web resources about a topic:
   What information is on the internet? Is it safe? Is it peer reviewed?

6. Evaluate what you find:
   Does the information support what I want to say? Does it present another view?

7. Cite what you find:
   Who wrote this information? Where did I find this information? How can I find it again?

If you have questions about your topic or finding information, please ask your teacher or librarian for assistance.

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