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The Research Process
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The Research Process Develop your topic Develop a focus to your topic. Recognize the hierarchical relationships of broader and narrower topics. Identify individuals to help you focus a topic - your librarian! Identify manageable topics based on the parameters of your assignment. Start with the World Book Encyclopedia 2008 to get an overview and a basic understanding of your topic. Identify potential sources Understand the types of "containers" in which information is housed (ex: different types of libraries, books, databases, online catalogs, primary sources, etc.) and the types of information that can be found within each type of "container". Understand the roles and limitations of different types of information sources (encyclopedias, atlases, dictionaries, online databases, internet, etc.) . Select the most productive information sources to address a given information need. Know how many sources you need and the types of sources that are considered acceptable by your teacher and librarian. Evaluate sources and information Recognize bias. Differentiate between fact and opinion. Determine the accuracy, authority, coverage, currency, and relevancy of information and information sources. Recognize how to use information responsibly, ethically, and legally Recognize how to paraphrase correctly. Understand the concept of intellectual property (especially copyright, fair use, and plagiarism). Understand the concept of intellectual freedom. Create bibliographies and in-text citations according to MLA style.
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