After you have determined your topic and keywords, you need to find out what type of information you need:
You have found some resources, now you need to determine if they are credible or not. You can use any number of website evaluation tools, but here are 4 that may be of use to you:
C.R.A.A.P. Test Worksheet for credible sources
This can also be useful when determining the bias or agenda of other sources as well. Remember, it is rare to find a resource, outside the academic world, that does not contain some sort of agenda or bias.
When you have gathered all of your useful and credible resources together, it is time to cite your sources. Consult your teacher to determine if you need to use a "Works Cited," "References," or "Bibliography" page or follow the tips for which to use here. You will also need to know which style to use when doing your citing. There are 3 different styles you may be required to use, each with their own set of rules:
This can be a daunting task because of the various rules for each style. Luckily there are several resources available that can help you cite your sources and create a "Works Cited" page:
Below are useful research guides that were also used to help create this page: