Transcript The Research Process - Santiago Canyon College

The Research Process
Simple Steps for Success
Developing a Plan
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Create an Outline using ROV Method
Present Thesis
Define unclear terms in thesis
Raise three opposing views to thesis
Consider data to be used for refutes
Think of any extra support for thesis
Creating a Search
Strategy
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Questions to answer:
What types of sources will I consult?
In what order should I consult them?
Reference materials (encyclopedias, almanacs,
dictionaries)
Books
Periodicals (newspapers, journals, magazines)
Vertical Files (pamphlets, unpublished materials)
Sources beyond the library: Internet
Assessing Internet
Sources
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Who is the author? An expert? A Layman?
Is the information based on facts or opinions?
Is the topic regarding ethical or moral issues?
Is the author trying to sell something other than
information?
• Can I find at least two other corroborating
articles or pieces of information?
Maintaining a Working
Bibliography
• Create a bibliographic 3X5 notecard
for each source you consult--
Taking Notes on your
Sources
• Paraphrasing
• Summarizing
• Quoting
Documenting your
Sources
• Using MLA Citations:
1. In-text parentheticals
2. End-text parentheticals (Works
Cited)