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Fall '25 - HIST 1301 - Darbonne - by Kara Dixon: Your Assignment

Your Assignments

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Class Poll

Where are you in your book review research process?
I haven't started my book yet: 25 votes (51.02%)
Still reading...Collecting sources: 24 votes (48.98%)
Done with my outline, working on final draft/citations: 0 votes (0%)
Total Votes: 49

Your Research Process

Infographic for "Your Research Process" 1. Understand the topic- Check what’s required, known and needed, 2. Do some background reading- Use a reference source or reliable website to get the basics, 3. Focus your question- Refine big ideas into answerable questions 4. Search for sources- Use the library catalog, databases and other tools. Try keywords and synonyms. 5. Select and evaluate- Choose sources that are credible, relevant and appropriate 6. Keep track of what you find- Save links, titles and citation info as you go 7. Use and cite- Use sources and create your works cited page 8. Ask for help- Remember: Librarians are here for you!

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