In this step, you will take notes and create a source list.

Print out the Notes Form shown below. You make as many copies of this sheet as you need.

Locate one of your sources; then list the name of the source on the top right side of the first table. Look at the source and locate the information that you need. Then paraphrase that information and write it in the large box on the right side of the form. In the left column of the table, note which subtopic this information relates to. At the bottom of the table, note any questions you have or additional information that you need.

Notes Form

When you are done with your research, you need to use your Source Information to create a Source List. This list will be used when you prepare your References Page or Bibliography.

Open the Source List form below and type the author's name (last name, first name) and title for each source. These should be in alphabetical order using the Author's last name or the name of the organization/agency who created it.

Source List

Now you are ready to organize your notes and write your paper or create your project.

 Organize the Information

 Locate and Evaluate the Resources to be Used

 Define your topic and Make a Search Plan

 Explore and Determine your Topic