Ms. Mitko's "Oh No, Not Another Research Project!"

On this site you will find helpful websites and tools to aid in your research. You will also have the opportunity to share research problems and solutions with your classmates. If you run into a problem, look for the appropriate topic below and respond to the post with your concern. Also, check out other classmates’ concerns and offer them some possible solutions! Remember, this site is for class related communication only and all rules of on-line etiquette ALWAYS apply.

Saturday, January 10, 2009

Finding the Overview Article

What are some of the best sites for finding an overview article? Were there any missteps or difficulties finding something broad enough that was at the right reading level?

Finding Enough Information on Your Individual

Which search-engine helped you the most? Are you overwhelmed with information or desperately searching?

Note Cards

Ignore this!

Citations

Which citation engine do you find most helpful? What problems have you come across? Any great tips to share?

Avoiding Plagiarism

Feel free to ask any questions about what is or isn’t plagiarism. Remember to use the techniques given in class!

This is So Cool!

Share interesting things you learned while researching. Why is your individual worthy of our attention? Feel free to brag!