As a life-long learner, you are expected to read widely and critically and to be responsible for your own information gathering. High quality essays and assignments depend upon thorough research from a variety of information sources. Info-trek will show you step-by step how to progress through the research process.

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• How do I…? (Frequently asked research questions)

A. Preparing

• Things you need to know about information
• Understand the question
• Identify main concepts
• Compile a list of keywords
• Develop a search strategy
• Where to start looking for information
• Keep a record

B. Searching

• Searching the Library catalogue
• Searching databases
• Searching the Internet
  Evaluating information
• Strategies for refining a search
• Locating resources

C. Presenting

• Referencing resources
• Copyright, plagiarism and fair use
• Assignments and assessment
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