RESEARCH TOOLKIT
  • Research Overview
    • What is Research?
    • The Research Process
  • Getting Started
    • Understanding the Assignment
    • Getting Organized
    • Finding Focus: Subject, Topic, Guiding Question
  • Gathering Info
    • Types of Information Resources >
      • GUHSD Online Databases
      • Searching Google Smartly
      • Using Wikipedia Wisely
      • GUHSD Library Catalog
    • Using Keywords for Searching
    • Taking Notes and Tracking Sources >
      • Note-Taking Strategies
  • Analyzing Info
    • Evaluating Information >
      • Avoiding Fake News
    • Developing a Thesis and Argument
    • Using Supporting Evidence
  • Presenting Findings
    • Paper/Essay >
      • MLA Format
    • Live Talk
    • Visual
    • Video/Audio
    • Website
    • GUHSD Virtual Makerspace
  • Teacher Resources
  • User Feedback Form

Getting Started

Approaching research with intention will provide a good foundation for your work process. As defined, research is systematic and thus requires thought and planning. Explore the links below for more information about effective ways to get started. As always, if you need extra help or have questions, make sure to visit your school library and talk with the Teacher Librarian!

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Understanding the Assignment
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Getting Organized
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Finding Focus
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  • Research Overview
    • What is Research?
    • The Research Process
  • Getting Started
    • Understanding the Assignment
    • Getting Organized
    • Finding Focus: Subject, Topic, Guiding Question
  • Gathering Info
    • Types of Information Resources >
      • GUHSD Online Databases
      • Searching Google Smartly
      • Using Wikipedia Wisely
      • GUHSD Library Catalog
    • Using Keywords for Searching
    • Taking Notes and Tracking Sources >
      • Note-Taking Strategies
  • Analyzing Info
    • Evaluating Information >
      • Avoiding Fake News
    • Developing a Thesis and Argument
    • Using Supporting Evidence
  • Presenting Findings
    • Paper/Essay >
      • MLA Format
    • Live Talk
    • Visual
    • Video/Audio
    • Website
    • GUHSD Virtual Makerspace
  • Teacher Resources
  • User Feedback Form