Find a conversation and listen in.
Explore your interests.
Use your library.
Ask questions about promising subjects.
Gather information.
Create a search plan.
Collect sources.
Evaluate your sources.
Take notes.
Conduct an interview.
Prepare a draft.
Present your main point.
Develop supporting points and evidence.
Consider genre and design.
Frame your information.
Review and improve your draft.
Focus your discussion.
Ensure clarity.
Review your use of sources.
Assess your introduction and conclusion.