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 |
- LGBTQ+ Rights This link opens in a new window
- Issues and Controversies This link opens in a new window
- CQ Researcher This link opens in a new window
- Points of View This link opens in a new window
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| Start Your Research |
| Journals available from the CCC Library |
Please note that you will need an active CCC Library card to access these eResources from off-campus.
| Material available through the CCC Library |
| 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.