RESEARCH HELP
RESEARCH ASSISTANCE
Getting started -- Locating information -- Developing Thesis Ideas -- Research paper writing tips
Research help for all subjects is readily available at school and online.
The QACHS Media Center Research Handbook would be a good place to start. If you have not received this year's copy, see a member of the media staff or you may view it or download the handbook from the link below.
QACHS MEDIA HANDBOOK
QACHS MEDIA HANDBOOK (doc)
Other resources available in the media center include:
A Rookie's Guide to Research PROF 808.02
A Writer's Reference by Diane Hacker REF 428.2 HAC
Many other useful books in the 808 section.
There are many very useful and helpful resources online.
Two of the best are:
The Purdue Online Writing Lab (OWL)
Preparing bibliographies and source cards :
1. Consult the QACHS Media Center Research Handbook for examples of frequently used resources and other examples of MLA style.
2. Check out this very helpful, user-friendly color-coded guide for preparing bibliographies in MLA or APA style: Citation Guide (C. W. Post College)
PLAGIARISM AND COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
Technology has made access to and use of information extremely quick and easy. It is also tempting to use information too freely, which can result in plagiarism and copyright infringement. Questions about fair use of information, plagiarism, and evaluating sources are addressed in the following brief presentations:
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EVALUATING WEBSITES
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Research Links
Other useful links for preparing research papers and locating information.
