Research Basics
Name one type of source you may use in your papers.
books, websites, journals, personal interviews, etc.
What is the first step you should take to help you know your topic?
Read the prompt carefully.
Name one quality of key words.
Describe content
Repeated
Relates to big idea
Name two aspects of a good source.
.edu, .org, or .gov
check the author
check the date
DAILY DOUBLE
Name three things you should include in your notes.
Topic
Big Idea
Key Words
You are trying to find a new Chinese restaurant. Name one thing you could do to find this.
Ask others, research online, read reviews, key words, consider where you found info, consider when info was published
What should you do after carefully reading the prompt?
What should all key words relate to?
The big idea
Which of the following are good sources for an essay about King David? Pick two.
Bible verses about King David
A blog by someone with the user name King David
Bible verses about King David
Including all the details
Name two of the five tips for researching.
1. Know your topic
2. Think of key words
3. Consider the source
4. Take notes
5. Cite your sources
What would you include in an essay using this prompt?
What does it mean to be successful? How can someone achieve your definition of success?
Definition of success
How-to steps
DAILY DOUBLE:
You are given a picture of a mug. Name three possible topics.
Coffee
Morning routine
Caffeine levels
Tea
Keepsake items
Chinaware
What should you consider about a source's author?
Do they know what they are talking about?
What is one thing you learned about taking care of cacti that is written in your notes?
Watering needs
Growing season
What is the purpose of research?
To investigate sources for the purpose of finding information or discovering new conclusions
How can writing a list of what you need from your topic help you do research?
Helps you stay on topic
Which of the following is NOT a key word for the topic "endangered species"?
Endangered
Animals
Sea otter
Environment
Sea otter
What style of citations does Enlightium Academy use?
MLA format
Why should we take notes during research?
It helps use remember key information.
It helps us cite our sources.
How can research help your paper?
Back up your claims
Lengthen your essay
How well should you know your topic?
Enough to write about it!
Why is it important to come up with key words for research?
It helps you find specific information
Name three things that belong in a works cited entry for a website.
Author name
Title
Date published
URL link
Accessed date
How often should you water a cactus?