The following video tutorial provides a step-by-step approach to the research process. Having a list of steps can help guide you, but keep in mind that research can be a messy, nonlinear process, and that's OK! You can get help from a librarian at any point in the process. (From off campus you will need to log in using your Pipeline username and password to access the tutorial.)
The following video discusses the benefits of using a research plan to outline how you will conduct your research (from off campus you will need to log in using your Pipeline username and password):
The following video demonstrates the non-linear nature of the research process and shows how choosing and developing a topic relates to other aspects of completing a research project.
Encyclopedias and other reference books are an excellent starting point for your research. They can provide background information and help you identify keywords to use when searching for books and articles.
To access databases from off campus, you will be prompted to log in with your Pipeline username and password.
The following tutorial examines how to identify, find, and use background information to help you choose and/or refine your topic (from off campus you will need to log in using your Pipeline username and password):