Research guides work synergistically with the research process (image below). Each step of the process (left hand side below) is linked to a tab in the research guide where you will find recommended resources. Research is messy! Be patient. As the image shows, it involves continuous trial and error, revising, evaluating, and editing...and CITE, CITE, CITE throughout the whole process.
Utilize Text; Brainstorm ; Look at Assignment
Can Feel Overwhelming & Optimistic
Takes: Creativity & Curiosity
Background Resources; Encyclopedias; General Websites
Can Feel Overwhelming & Optimistic
Takes: Creativity and Motivation
Identify Scope; Develop Research Questions; General Search
Takes Flexibility & Ingenuity
Articles, Books, Multimedia; Multiple Search Strategies;
Refine Topic
Can Feel: Exciting!
Takes: Persistence
Rewrite Notes; Careful Documentation
Can Feel Tedious
Takes Care
Citation; Many Drafts; Social Media
Can Feel: Satisfying
Takes: Care & Patience