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Basic Research and Citation Guide

The Research Process

steps in the research process; define and narrow a topic; gather background information; develop a question and thesis; find and evaluate sources; cite sources; write paper

Planning Your Research


Selecting and Using Keywords
 

Keep a Research Journal

Keep a research journal
Make a note of:
● keywords & subject headings
● key databases & key sources
● experts in the field
● new insights, new ideas &
   new knowledge   

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