Step 3:  Location and Access

Step 3: Location and Access

During Step 4:  Use of Information, you will access the websites listed under each topic in order to learn additional information. You may also search for your own sources and websites.  

Do not forget to take notes on a resource presenting an opposing viewpoint or stating that the mystery has been solved and providing an explanation or alternative evidence.

Student Handouts

Remember to document your sources using MLA Citation when you take notes.  Use the following handouts:

 How to Cite Websites and MLA Source Citation Sheets

Digital Note-Taking Chart

How to Cite Sources in Google Docs

Citation Quick Tip

Several online sites will instantly generate MLA website citations for you without the user having to register for an account. 

Simply copy the website address and access a citation site such as BibMe.

You can generate a citation by pasting the URL address in the website box.

Did you know that you can also use a citation tool in Google Docs? The Citation tool will search for the source, cite it for you, save the source, and then create a Works Site page that lists all of your sources! 

View the slide tutorial on using the Citation Tool in Google Docs!

Using Google Doc's Citation Tool

Proceed to Step 4:  Use of Information