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PREPARE - Create a plan and stay organized to be a successful researcher

Research Process
Research Databases in 5 Easy Steps
Research Timeline Handout from CCC Stay on track by using this Research Timeline.
Tufts Timeline Generator You can use this generator to help plan out your research paper
Internet Public Library Website Follow this link for help throughout each step of the research process.
University of Arizona Library Website Try this link for help with important aspects of research.

Research Tips
Research Tips Handout from CCC Try these tips for effective researching.
University of Maryland University College Website Follow this link for a guide to writing and research.
Arizona State University Library Website Find information on locating and evaluating different types of research and why you want to use each type at this site.
Time Management Slideshow from CCC Learn how to manage your time while viewing this online slideshow workshop from CCC.
Note Taking Slideshow from CCC Learn how to take effective notes while viewing this online slideshow workshop from CCC.

Finding Information
University of California Berkeley Library Website Visit this website to learn more about primary sources and research strategies.
Northern Arizona University’s Cline Library Website Follow this link to find out more about peer-reviewed journal articles.
Databases vs. the Internet Activity from CCC Learn the differences between research databases and the Internet with this interactive online activity. [Learning Object]
Research Databases Slideshow from CCC Learn how to use CCC’s databases for effective searches.
Plagiarism Activity from CCC Find out more about plagiarism by completing this interactive online activity. [Learning Object]

Library Support
Library Orientation Slideshow from CCC Get familiar with all your CCC Library has to offer in this Library Orientation slideshow workshop.
Link to CCC's Online Slideshow Workshops Take a look at all of CCC's Library and Learning Enhancement Center's Online Workshops.
Purdue University's Online Writing Lab (OWL) Website Try the OWL for online writing, research, and MLA and APA style help.

GATHER - Assemble the tools you will need to effectively research

CITE - Utilize these time-saving tools to correctly document your sources

EVALUATE - Determine which resources will support your position

WRITE - Employ these sources to create flow between your opinions and your research

REVISE - Produce a better-quality paper by revising and editing your work