Tip: Keep a
Research Journal
Clarity - recording your thoughts & actions helps clarify your thinking.
Feelings - include how you feel when researching.
Things to include:
1. Description of project
2. Possible topics
3. What you know about topics
4. Information you find on topics
5. Resources consulted
6. Questions about possible topics
7. Describe conversations about assignment
Plan Ahead
"But I don't have time to do research!"
I have to 
What are your priorities?1. Time - Put study time on your calendar when you are most awake and when you’re not rushed.
2. Place - Set aside a place where you won’t be disturbed to do your research.
3. Resources - Plan how you will get the resources you need.
4. Tools - Make sure you have a computer with the right software and other tools that you will need to do your research. RefWorks is a great tool to keep track of your citations.
What to Expect...
Starting a research project often brings feelings of apprehension and
uncertainty, 
but you will feel better once you get working on it.