Adult Upgrading English 80

Creating a research strategy is always a good idea. It will help you:

1. Focus on developing a good thesis statement;

2. Develop an effective research strategy;

3. Provide you with the ability to discuss your information needs with librarians and others who will help you in locating the information you need; 

4. Start developing a list of keywords and keyword phrases to use in your search;

5. Develop a plan to manage the information you discover and incorporate it into your assignment; and 

6. Allowing you to effectively manage your time and produce a better quality research assignment.

They're everywhere:

1. Your Lectures and Lecture Notes

2. Background Reference Sources

3. Textbook(s) 

4. Journal Articles and their Reference Lists 

5. Webpages - especially those from Universities and Colleges, Indigenous associations, etc. 

6. In your Assignment 

Your search plan will change as do your research. 

• You may not be able to locate sufficient information on a specific author

• You may find that too much information

• You may not be able to locate the specific type of information you looking for

• You need to be adaptable 

• Refocus your research when needed 

• Get in touch with me in a timely manner so I can assist you in locating the type of information you will need