RResearching
| R1 | Thinking like a researcher; gathering sources |
| a | Managing the project |
| b | Posing questions worth exploring |
| c | Mapping out a search strategy |
| d | Searching efficiently; mastering a few shortcuts to finding good sources |
| e | Conducting field research |
| f | Writing a research proposal |
| R2 | Managing information; taking notes responsibly |
| a | Maintaining a working bibliography |
| b | Keeping track of source materials |
| c | Taking notes carefully to avoid unintentional plagiarism |
| R3 | Evaluating sources |
| a | Thinking about how sources might contribute to your writing |
| b | Selecting sources worth your time and attention |
| c | Reading with an open mind and a critical eye |
| d | Assessing Web sources with special care |
| e | Constructing an annotated bibliography |
Writing guide: Annotated bibliography