Follow the outline below when faced with a research project.  This outline is based on the Big6 Model by Michael Eisenberg & Robert E. Berkowitz.  

1. What is my assignment?

2. What do I know about my topic?

3. What do I need to know about my topic?

4. A graphic organizer that may help.

1. What kinds of sources or materials am I going to use?

2. How many sources do I need?

3. What keywords can I use for my searches?

4. When is assignment due?

1. Card catalog

2. Print reference materials located on reference self (encyclopedias, almanacs, etc.)

3. Online magazine database and Keystone's (AEA) resources.  You can perform a search and then your teacher or librarian can order the materials.

4. Online general reference and kid-safe search engines

**Remember to keep a list your the sources!!

1. Do I have enough information to complete my assignment?

2. Am I ready to organize my information into the assignment format?

3. Have I made a list of sources used?  (Need help citing your sources?)

1. How did I do?

2. Did I meet all the requirements?

3. Is there anything I would or should do differently on the next research project?

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