Getting Started
Following the six step Information Search Process (ISP) will save time and keep you organized through all phases of any research assignment.
Understand the Assignment: Understand the specifics including length of paper, topic options/instructions, citation style and resources permitted before beginning topic selection, research or any other part of the assignment. | |
Select a Topic: Think about what the assignment guidelines are and choose something that is interesting to you. | |
Explore your Topic: Take your topic and narrow it down to what you want to focus on, normally a few main points. | |
Develop a Thesis/Specific Purpose Statement: Decide your objective so you can inform the readers what you will discuss. | |
Research: Work within the assignment guidelines to decide on appropriate resources. Keep track of your citations as you go. | |
Write: Using your research and critical thinking skills, write your paper. |
Library Cards |
Use your library card to borrow items and for off-campus access to eResources.
Subject Specific eResources |
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Support Services |
Citations |
Citation generator to help with your works cited/reference page.
You will need to create your own account (see the NoodleTools Tutorial for assistance).
An active library card is required to access NoodleTools from off-campus.
For citation help, check out the Citation Help page.