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Research can seem overwhelming, especially at the start of a project. You have more practice than you think - anytime you look something up on your phone or Chromebook, you are researching. Locating directions, the start time to a movie, or comparison shopping for a phone or other gadget are all examples of informal research. Use the tips, tutorials, and other resources below to make the academic research process easier and more rewarding.
Begin at the beginning with a topic that interests you.
Strategies to make the search process more successful.
Make sure you are finding the best information available.
Organize your research and make connections between sources.
Clearly explain what you've learned and why it matters.
Formatting your Works Cited page and in-text citations.
Give credit where credit is due.
Image credit: Bill Watterson's "Calvin and Hobbes"
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