This guide was adapted from the Johnson and Wales University guide on research process. Many thanks to Amanda Samland for sharing her work.
Step 1. Develop a topic Select a Topic | Develop Research Questions | Identify Keywords | Find Background Information | Refine a Topic
Step 2. Locate information Books & E-Books | Videos & Images | Articles | Websites | Grey Literature | Search Strategies
Step 3. Evaluate and analyze information Evaluate Sources | Primary vs Secondary | Types of Periodicals
Step 4. Write, organize, and communicate information Take Notes | Outline the Paper | Incorporate Source Material
Step 5. Cite sources Avoid Plagiarism | MLA Formatting | MLA Citation Examples | APA Formatting | APA Citation Examples | Annotated Bibliographies