Research Process

The research process can be overwhelming. Take it step by step, starting with your assignment. Make sure you know what you're required to learn and do. The resources on this page can help.  Need more specific help? Stop by the library or email Mrs. Shindel, mshindel@bcps.org

 

The Research process:

• Research and Investigation Guide for secondary students from BCPS Library Information Services is an interactive tutorial that covers all stages of the research process
• Student Research Workbook - This friendly guide has workbook pages that can help you plan each step of the way.(Cecil County Public Schools)

 

Online Resources:

• 2010-2011 BCPS Databases See what's new and access databases in school and out. Database passwords are available at the library
• For Current Events and News:
• Nettrekker is on the BCPS database page. From there, scroll down to the Current Events section.
• Student Resource Center Gold, also on the database page. Look for "Featured News."
•  Cnn.com

 

 Note-taking and Citing Sources:

• Cornell Notes form 
• Work Cited handout
•  Easybib - an interactive site for creating citations and bibliographies 
• Additional help for citing sources