Begin Your Research Process
As You Gather Information...
1. Ask yourself:
- Does this information answer your original questions?
- Do you need to revise and redefine your questions?
2. Don't forget to cite your sources as you research.
- Record titles, authors, publishers, dates and other relevant information for citation purposes.
- If you are using a website, also record the URL (web address) and the date you visited the site.
3. Time to get busy!
- Evaluate the content of your sources. Be a good detective!
- Take Notes
Check the Explore box at the top right to get started.

