STEP 1...
Choose a topic that….
- is interesting to you
- you have some, but not a lot, of background knowledge about
- has enough information available on your level (check first)
- is not too broad or too narrow so it can adequately cover the assignment
- requires more than a yes or no answer
STEP 2....
Locate sources of information.
- SOURCES...ON YOUR READING LEVEL
- check library catalog
1. books - skim Contents, Index, check copyright date
2. databases on Library web page
STEP 3...
Read an overview article on your topic (encyclopedia?)
STEP 4...
What parts do I want to include?
Make a list or an outline.
See EXAMPLE
STEP 5...
Take notes from each source.
Keep a list of your sources, including title, author, publisher, & copyright date.
STEP 6...
Organize your information & decide how you will present it.
STEP 7...
Evaluate your project.
- What did you do well?
- Which parts were hardest for you?
*EXAMPLE of OUTLINE for state project
I. Introduction
II, Geography
- location
- size
- major cities
- physical features (mountains? water? deserts?
III. Economy
IV. History
V. Fast Facts
VI. Conclusion
I. Introduction
II, Geography
- location
- size
- major cities
- physical features (mountains? water? deserts?
III. Economy
IV. History
V. Fast Facts
VI. Conclusion