The third step is to organize information sources by filling in a Research Log or creating Source Cards.

Ask yourself these questions:

How do I manage the sources I choose?

How do I properly cite these sources?

This section will cover how to format a Research Log and Source Cards. It is ultimately up to your teacher which method you will use.

How do I use a Research Log to organize my sources?

How do I use Source Cards to organize my sources?

⚡ TIP: Organizing your sources is another way to work smarter, not harder. Create your Works Cited Page and fill it in with potential sources as you locate them. This allows you to do two steps at once (Locate and Organize).