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How do I begin my research?

IWonder
Who, what, where, when, why, and how. If you have questions, IWonder has answers. This collection of websites and digital resources is a great place to start if you want to explore a topic or solve a problem. Browse questions and narrow down your topic with each click. 
DOGOnews
Sometimes, what is happening in the world around us can create many questions. Use this current events site to help you think more about the problem you want to solve and the right questions to ask. You can create an account and comment, chat, and save your favorites.  
World Book Student
Encyclopedias are a great place to start gathering information. The articles are short and you will get a quick overview of what you know and need to know about your topic. You can also use World Book Student to view videos and images, read current events, and analyze maps and timelines. 
ISearch Research Starters
ISearch pulls in information from magazine articles, encyclopedias, biographies, and more. Search for your topic and choose the Encyclopedia tab at the top. Select the very first result, the Research Starter, or one of the encyclopedia articles to help you gather the information that you know or need to know about your topic. 
INFOhio ISearch
Begin searching the INFOhio resources with ISearch and find out which resources have information about your topic.  Use the Encyclopedias tab to find Research Starters and articles to help you learn the basics about your topic.
Using Wikipedia for Academic Research
Did you know that Wikipedia is a great place to start your research, "but a horrible place to end?" Wikipedia can be a good tool to use when you start your research. You can gather background information and keywords that will point you in the right direction. Watch this video to learn how to use Wikipedia to jump-start your research!
Online Research Skills: Shaping Your Research – The World Almanac for Kids
In this video, learn how to narrow a search about the solar system by forming a search strategy including which websites might provide reliable information and useful keywords. 
Narrowing My Topic
You may need to narrow your topic to solve your problem.  Choosing a specific topic provides a clear focus to answer questions. Use this document to narrow your topic and focus on the specific problem you want to solve. Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document. 
Research Planning Form
Now that you have identified the question you want to answer, list what you know, and reflect on what need to know, it is time to plan your research. Complete your Research Planning Form with the information you have already collected and begin your research. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Identifying Your Research Needs – Grades 9-12
You have explored what you need to know and what you need to find out to help solve your problem. Now, identify the resources you will use to reach the best outcome. Use this chart to identify where you will go to find the best information. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Identifying your Research Needs – Grades 6-8
You have explored what you need to know and what you need to find out to help solve your problem. Now, identify the resources you will use to reach the best outcome. Use this chart to identify where you will go to find the best information. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Topics and Subtopics
Use this organizer as you start your research to organize your supporting information and evidence. You can use it for outlining your final project later on! Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Organize To Take Notes
Wow! You're ready to explore resources and find the information that will answer your question or solve your problem. That's right, you're ready to research! Use this chart to help you take notes and keep track of your resources at the same time. You can make a new copy for each resource that you use. Don't forget the citation information too! Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Question Pick ‘N’ Mix
What question will you answer? Develop up to three questions that will help you find more information to solve your problem. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document. 
15 Ways to Beat Procrastination
If fear of the unknown is keeping you from getting started on your project, check out this infographic with tips on how to beat putting off today's work until tomorrow. Read the tips, and choose two or three that will help you get organized to start your project and meet the due date! 
Making Note Cards
If you need to get organized using hands-on methods, taking notes using note cards is a great way to get your facts on paper. This website has tips to help you be more effective and plagiarize-proof your work. Use these tips, and your notes will almost write your paper for you. 
KWL Chart
What do you know about your topic? What do still need to know? What did you learn? This chart will help you record what you already understand about the problem and explore elements you still need to learn more about. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.  
Inquiry Chart
You have questions that need to be answered. Use this chart to help you record the answers you know and the information you still need to discover. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.

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How do I get organized to start my research?

IWonder
Who, what, where, when, why, and how. If you have questions, IWonder has answers. This collection of websites and digital resources is a great place to start if you want to explore a topic or solve a problem. Browse questions and narrow down your topic with each click. 
DOGOnews
Sometimes, what is happening in the world around us can create many questions. Use this current events site to help you think more about the problem you want to solve and the right questions to ask. You can create an account and comment, chat, and save your favorites.  
World Book Student
Encyclopedias are a great place to start gathering information. The articles are short and you will get a quick overview of what you know and need to know about your topic. You can also use World Book Student to view videos and images, read current events, and analyze maps and timelines. 
ISearch Research Starters
ISearch pulls in information from magazine articles, encyclopedias, biographies, and more. Search for your topic and choose the Encyclopedia tab at the top. Select the very first result, the Research Starter, or one of the encyclopedia articles to help you gather the information that you know or need to know about your topic. 
INFOhio ISearch
Begin searching the INFOhio resources with ISearch and find out which resources have information about your topic.  Use the Encyclopedias tab to find Research Starters and articles to help you learn the basics about your topic.
Using Wikipedia for Academic Research
Did you know that Wikipedia is a great place to start your research, "but a horrible place to end?" Wikipedia can be a good tool to use when you start your research. You can gather background information and keywords that will point you in the right direction. Watch this video to learn how to use Wikipedia to jump-start your research!
Online Research Skills: Shaping Your Research – The World Almanac for Kids
In this video, learn how to narrow a search about the solar system by forming a search strategy including which websites might provide reliable information and useful keywords. 
Narrowing My Topic
You may need to narrow your topic to solve your problem.  Choosing a specific topic provides a clear focus to answer questions. Use this document to narrow your topic and focus on the specific problem you want to solve. Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document. 
Research Planning Form
Now that you have identified the question you want to answer, list what you know, and reflect on what need to know, it is time to plan your research. Complete your Research Planning Form with the information you have already collected and begin your research. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Identifying Your Research Needs – Grades 9-12
You have explored what you need to know and what you need to find out to help solve your problem. Now, identify the resources you will use to reach the best outcome. Use this chart to identify where you will go to find the best information. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Identifying your Research Needs – Grades 6-8
You have explored what you need to know and what you need to find out to help solve your problem. Now, identify the resources you will use to reach the best outcome. Use this chart to identify where you will go to find the best information. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Topics and Subtopics
Use this organizer as you start your research to organize your supporting information and evidence. You can use it for outlining your final project later on! Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Organize To Take Notes
Wow! You're ready to explore resources and find the information that will answer your question or solve your problem. That's right, you're ready to research! Use this chart to help you take notes and keep track of your resources at the same time. You can make a new copy for each resource that you use. Don't forget the citation information too! Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Question Pick ‘N’ Mix
What question will you answer? Develop up to three questions that will help you find more information to solve your problem. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document. 
15 Ways to Beat Procrastination
If fear of the unknown is keeping you from getting started on your project, check out this infographic with tips on how to beat putting off today's work until tomorrow. Read the tips, and choose two or three that will help you get organized to start your project and meet the due date! 
Making Note Cards
If you need to get organized using hands-on methods, taking notes using note cards is a great way to get your facts on paper. This website has tips to help you be more effective and plagiarize-proof your work. Use these tips, and your notes will almost write your paper for you. 
KWL Chart
What do you know about your topic? What do still need to know? What did you learn? This chart will help you record what you already understand about the problem and explore elements you still need to learn more about. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.  
Inquiry Chart
You have questions that need to be answered. Use this chart to help you record the answers you know and the information you still need to discover. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.

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What do I already know?

IWonder
Who, what, where, when, why, and how. If you have questions, IWonder has answers. This collection of websites and digital resources is a great place to start if you want to explore a topic or solve a problem. Browse questions and narrow down your topic with each click. 
DOGOnews
Sometimes, what is happening in the world around us can create many questions. Use this current events site to help you think more about the problem you want to solve and the right questions to ask. You can create an account and comment, chat, and save your favorites.  
World Book Student
Encyclopedias are a great place to start gathering information. The articles are short and you will get a quick overview of what you know and need to know about your topic. You can also use World Book Student to view videos and images, read current events, and analyze maps and timelines. 
ISearch Research Starters
ISearch pulls in information from magazine articles, encyclopedias, biographies, and more. Search for your topic and choose the Encyclopedia tab at the top. Select the very first result, the Research Starter, or one of the encyclopedia articles to help you gather the information that you know or need to know about your topic. 
INFOhio ISearch
Begin searching the INFOhio resources with ISearch and find out which resources have information about your topic.  Use the Encyclopedias tab to find Research Starters and articles to help you learn the basics about your topic.
Using Wikipedia for Academic Research
Did you know that Wikipedia is a great place to start your research, "but a horrible place to end?" Wikipedia can be a good tool to use when you start your research. You can gather background information and keywords that will point you in the right direction. Watch this video to learn how to use Wikipedia to jump-start your research!
Online Research Skills: Shaping Your Research – The World Almanac for Kids
In this video, learn how to narrow a search about the solar system by forming a search strategy including which websites might provide reliable information and useful keywords. 
Narrowing My Topic
You may need to narrow your topic to solve your problem.  Choosing a specific topic provides a clear focus to answer questions. Use this document to narrow your topic and focus on the specific problem you want to solve. Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document. 
Research Planning Form
Now that you have identified the question you want to answer, list what you know, and reflect on what need to know, it is time to plan your research. Complete your Research Planning Form with the information you have already collected and begin your research. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Identifying Your Research Needs – Grades 9-12
You have explored what you need to know and what you need to find out to help solve your problem. Now, identify the resources you will use to reach the best outcome. Use this chart to identify where you will go to find the best information. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Identifying your Research Needs – Grades 6-8
You have explored what you need to know and what you need to find out to help solve your problem. Now, identify the resources you will use to reach the best outcome. Use this chart to identify where you will go to find the best information. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Topics and Subtopics
Use this organizer as you start your research to organize your supporting information and evidence. You can use it for outlining your final project later on! Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Organize To Take Notes
Wow! You're ready to explore resources and find the information that will answer your question or solve your problem. That's right, you're ready to research! Use this chart to help you take notes and keep track of your resources at the same time. You can make a new copy for each resource that you use. Don't forget the citation information too! Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Question Pick ‘N’ Mix
What question will you answer? Develop up to three questions that will help you find more information to solve your problem. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document. 
15 Ways to Beat Procrastination
If fear of the unknown is keeping you from getting started on your project, check out this infographic with tips on how to beat putting off today's work until tomorrow. Read the tips, and choose two or three that will help you get organized to start your project and meet the due date! 
Making Note Cards
If you need to get organized using hands-on methods, taking notes using note cards is a great way to get your facts on paper. This website has tips to help you be more effective and plagiarize-proof your work. Use these tips, and your notes will almost write your paper for you. 
KWL Chart
What do you know about your topic? What do still need to know? What did you learn? This chart will help you record what you already understand about the problem and explore elements you still need to learn more about. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.  
Inquiry Chart
You have questions that need to be answered. Use this chart to help you record the answers you know and the information you still need to discover. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.

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What problem do I want to solve?

IWonder
Who, what, where, when, why, and how. If you have questions, IWonder has answers. This collection of websites and digital resources is a great place to start if you want to explore a topic or solve a problem. Browse questions and narrow down your topic with each click. 
DOGOnews
Sometimes, what is happening in the world around us can create many questions. Use this current events site to help you think more about the problem you want to solve and the right questions to ask. You can create an account and comment, chat, and save your favorites.  
World Book Student
Encyclopedias are a great place to start gathering information. The articles are short and you will get a quick overview of what you know and need to know about your topic. You can also use World Book Student to view videos and images, read current events, and analyze maps and timelines. 
ISearch Research Starters
ISearch pulls in information from magazine articles, encyclopedias, biographies, and more. Search for your topic and choose the Encyclopedia tab at the top. Select the very first result, the Research Starter, or one of the encyclopedia articles to help you gather the information that you know or need to know about your topic. 
INFOhio ISearch
Begin searching the INFOhio resources with ISearch and find out which resources have information about your topic.  Use the Encyclopedias tab to find Research Starters and articles to help you learn the basics about your topic.
Using Wikipedia for Academic Research
Did you know that Wikipedia is a great place to start your research, "but a horrible place to end?" Wikipedia can be a good tool to use when you start your research. You can gather background information and keywords that will point you in the right direction. Watch this video to learn how to use Wikipedia to jump-start your research!
Online Research Skills: Shaping Your Research – The World Almanac for Kids
In this video, learn how to narrow a search about the solar system by forming a search strategy including which websites might provide reliable information and useful keywords. 
Narrowing My Topic
You may need to narrow your topic to solve your problem.  Choosing a specific topic provides a clear focus to answer questions. Use this document to narrow your topic and focus on the specific problem you want to solve. Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document. 
Research Planning Form
Now that you have identified the question you want to answer, list what you know, and reflect on what need to know, it is time to plan your research. Complete your Research Planning Form with the information you have already collected and begin your research. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Identifying Your Research Needs – Grades 9-12
You have explored what you need to know and what you need to find out to help solve your problem. Now, identify the resources you will use to reach the best outcome. Use this chart to identify where you will go to find the best information. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Identifying your Research Needs – Grades 6-8
You have explored what you need to know and what you need to find out to help solve your problem. Now, identify the resources you will use to reach the best outcome. Use this chart to identify where you will go to find the best information. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Topics and Subtopics
Use this organizer as you start your research to organize your supporting information and evidence. You can use it for outlining your final project later on! Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Organize To Take Notes
Wow! You're ready to explore resources and find the information that will answer your question or solve your problem. That's right, you're ready to research! Use this chart to help you take notes and keep track of your resources at the same time. You can make a new copy for each resource that you use. Don't forget the citation information too! Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.
Question Pick ‘N’ Mix
What question will you answer? Develop up to three questions that will help you find more information to solve your problem. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document. 
15 Ways to Beat Procrastination
If fear of the unknown is keeping you from getting started on your project, check out this infographic with tips on how to beat putting off today's work until tomorrow. Read the tips, and choose two or three that will help you get organized to start your project and meet the due date! 
Making Note Cards
If you need to get organized using hands-on methods, taking notes using note cards is a great way to get your facts on paper. This website has tips to help you be more effective and plagiarize-proof your work. Use these tips, and your notes will almost write your paper for you. 
KWL Chart
What do you know about your topic? What do still need to know? What did you learn? This chart will help you record what you already understand about the problem and explore elements you still need to learn more about. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.  
Inquiry Chart
You have questions that need to be answered. Use this chart to help you record the answers you know and the information you still need to discover. Select Open to view the Google Doc. Log in to your Google account. From File, select Make a Copy and save a copy of this document to your Google Drive. Or, select File, choose Download and select Microsoft Word to get an editable version of this document.

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IWonder

Who, what, where, when, why, and how. If you have questions, IWonder has answers. This collection of websites and digital resources is a great place to start if you want to explore a topic or solve a problem. Browse questions and narrow down your topic with each click. 

DOGOnews

Sometimes, what is happening in the world around us can create many questions. Use this current events site to help you think more about the problem you want to solve and the right questions to ask. You can create an account and comment, chat, and save your favorites.  

World Book Student

Encyclopedias are a great place to start gathering information. The articles are short and you will get a quick overview of what you know and need to know about your topic. You can also use World Book Student to view videos and images, read current events, and analyze maps and timelines. 

Using Wikipedia for Academic Research

Did you know that Wikipedia is a great place to start your research, “but a horrible place to end?” Wikipedia can be a good tool to use when you start your research. You can gather background information and keywords that will point you in the right direction. Watch this video to learn how to use Wikipedia to jump-start your research!