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*The Research Process: A Guide for GWC Students
Step 1: Develop a Topic
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*The Research Process: A Guide for GWC Students
Use library resources to locate and evaluate information for your class assignments.
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Step 1: Develop a Topic
Developing a Topic
Video: Picking Your Topic IS Research!
1a. Select a Topic
1b. Develop Research Questions
1c. Identify Keywords
1d. Find Background Information
1e. Refine a Topic
Step 2: Locate Information
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2a. Books & E-Books
2b. Audio, Images, & Video
2c. Articles
2d. Websites
2e. Grey Literature
2f. Search Strategies
Step 3: Evaluate
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3a. Evaluate Sources
3b. Primary vs. Secondary
3c. Types of Periodicals
3d. Websites
Step 4: Write
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4a. Take Notes
4b. Outline the Paper
4c. Incorporate Source Material
Step 5: Cite
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5a. Avoid Plagiarism
5b. MLA Formatting
5c. APA Formatting
5d. Annotated Bibliographies
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Developing a Topic
Developing a good research question can sometimes be the most difficult part of the research process.
If you are struggling, follow the links below:
Select a topic
Develop research questions
Identify keywords
Find background information
Refine a topic
Video: Picking Your Topic IS Research!
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