Taking Research Notes
Overview
This tutorial is designed to help you learn how to take effective notes while preparing to write a research paper.
Objectives
At the conclusion of this learning activity, you will:
- know the importance of a bibliographic note card.
- have the skills necessary for making sure you know from what source your notes were taken.
- know how file folders and databases can be used in note taking.
- have developed some specific strategies to avoid plagiarism.
Sections
- Size Color, Content
- Keep Handbook Handy
- Annotate Source
- Types of Note Cards
- Avoiding Plagiarism
- File Folders
- Research Journals
- Databases
- Most Important Feature
Related Materials
The following materials may assist you in organizing your research materials.
