Define your question

• Turn a topic into a focused question

• Identify keywords and search terms

Find information

• Search the library catalogue

• Use research databases

• Find primary and government sources

• Locate multilingual resources

Evaluate sources

• Check authority, evidence, currency and purpose

• Identify bias and multiple perspectives

• Evaluate websites and AI-generated information

Take notes and organise evidence

• Take notes in your own words

• Record evidence

• Avoid accidental plagiarism

Cite and acknowledge

• MLA referencing

• Create a bibliography

• Cite images and media

• Acknowledge AI assistance appropriately

Get research help

• Ask the librarian

• Arrange a research check-in

• Request search or citation support