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The research process typically includes five broad steps. Most often you complete one step before moving onto the next. However, there may be times when you will need to return to a previous step or complete multiple steps simultaneously.
Step 1. Develop a topic
Develop a Research Question | Identify Keywords
Step 2. Locate information
Find Reference Sources | Find Books | Find Articles | Find Videos | Find Images
Step 3. Evaluate and analyze information and sources
Evaluate Sources | Primary v Secondary Sources | Types of Periodicals
Step 4. Citing Sources