The Research Process (How to do Research)  

Thanks to the University of California at Irvine Library

This guide is intended to familiarize students with the major steps of the research process:

1. Choose a Topic
2. Plan Your Search
3. Find Information (Books, Articles, Websites)
4. Use Information Ethically

Keep in mind that during the process you may need to revisit steps in order to refine your topic and/or results.

Start early! Check out some useful planning tools at Help with your Research, such as the Planning Worksheet and Assignment Calendar.