7 Step Research Model
Research can be fun.
Research can simply be an answer to a question. Research happens all day long, every day, all of your life. Knowing how to find an answer is what research is all about.
Research Papers can be difficult.
Probably the most difficult and scientific part of research papers are the citations of the works referenced.
Try these links for some help:
Question and build on what you know (identify the issue or problem)
Uncover all possible sources (print, environmental, and/or human)
Analyze and evaluate the information (read critically)
Learn from the experts and collect the best (give credit to your sources)
Imagine the possibilities
(infer, interpret, manipulate data, and conclude)
Tell your story in an appropriate manner for your audience (write, edit, publish/present, or document your learned experience)
You will want to evaluate the process and the product (look at the work reflectively to assess the quality of it)