THE HANDY FIVE
Help for all types of research
by Susie Whitaker
So, you have a research project due...
If you want to make sure you are ready to begin researching - ask yourself these HANDY FIVE questions!
What am I supposed to do? -Check your assignment sheet - ask your teacher or classmates for more information if it is not clear.
How do I get the job done? (look at the online resources available before using a search engine) -What resources are required - do I have to use resources from databases, internet, or print? Do I know where to find the resources?
Do I have everything I need to get started? - What is my finished product supposed to look like? Do I need additional materials, resources, or supplies. Do I have a clear understanding of the assignment?
I think I am done, or am I? - Have I met all the requirements of the assignment? It is better to re-check the assignment sheet and ask a classmate to look it over for errors or missing components.
How well did I do? - Is there something I could do differently next time? - Make sure this is best job you could have done. Are you proud of your work or did you rush through it just to get it done?
Okay - you're ready to start!
Check out the "PLHS RESOURCES" on the USD 343 web site. Remember these HANDY FIVE questions should be asked for every research project.
Work smart - use the tools wisely!
