Research Steps

Six steps to a great research project.

Step #1  What do I need to do?

Step #2  What resources will I use to find the information I need?

~ Will I use books?

~ Will I use an encyclopedia?

~Will I find information online?

How will I know if the information is what I can use?

Use The Quality Information Checklist

Step #3  Where can I find the resources I need?

Taylor Library Catalog- You can find books and    encyclopedias that will help you find the information you need.

   EBSCO is a great place to find all kinds of information.

Step #4  Read the resources, the books, encyclopedia to find the information you need.  Take notes while you read.

Step #5  What am I going to do with this information? 

~Write a report

~Do an experiment

~Create a poster

~Create a speech

~Create a PowerPoint presentation

~Something of my own creation

Always cite the book, encyclopedia or webpage that you use.

How to Cite Resources

Copyright Kids Check out this website for information about the laws on coping other peoples work.

Step #6  How do I know if I did a good job?

~Compare my project with the rubric for the project

~Let my parents review it

~Have my classmates review it

~Let my teacher review it