Now that you have familiarized yourself with the importance of citing your sources, you’ll need to begin to think about the research you need to conduct for your project. As you continue to develop, and narrow your topic, you will need to begin to find relevant sources in order to add weight to your proposal. Please review the information and 5-part Research Paper Bootcamp Video Series to explore the details involved in conducting research, from brainstorming a topic to developing a thesis to citing your sources. It is an excellent research primer and a useful guide as you begin your projects.

Initial Posting:

In 2-3 paragraphs, respond to the topics detailed in the Research Paper Bootcamp Video Series.

• Did you       find the Research Paper Bootcamp Video Series useful? Which parts?
• What new       information did you learn?
• How can       you use what you have learned in the video series as you go through a       similar process on your proposal?
• After       viewing the video series, will you change where you look for sources?
• How did       the articles about citing in the professional world help change your       perspective on this issue?

Reply Post:

In 2-3 paragraphs, respond to another about their reaction to the video series.

• What did       you learn that is different from the other student?
• How will       you use this information to better help you with your project?
• Based on       what you read from the other posting, what advice would you give?
• Have you       ever done research on this topic, what personal knowledge do you have that       you can share?
• Did you       choose to comment on the same article? What did you learn from it?

Due dates for your initial and response posts can be found by checking the Course Syllabus and Course Calendar.

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