Library: The Research Process: Step 4: Use

Introduction

Writing research papers and creating presentations can be very challenging. Knowing how to take notes and paraphrase ideas can help.

Microsoft Office Help

How comfortable do you feel in using Excel, Word, or PowerPoint for a paper or presentation?

If you think you could stand to brush up on your skills, consider visiting the Microsoft Office website. The site contains a plethora of information on their products including how-to documents, templates, webcasts, training videos and more.

Recommended Titles

Student's Guide to Writing College Papers, Fifth Edition
Call Number: 808.066378 T929st
This guide introduces students to the art of formulating an effective argument, conducting high-quality research with limited resources, and writing an engaging class paper. Time-tested and teacher-approved, this book will prepare students to be better critical thinkers and help them develop a sense of inquiry that will serve them well beyond the classroom.
How to Write Research Papers
Call Number: 808.02 S713h
Step-by-step instruction for compiling and writing a top-quality research paper.
Choosing and Using Sources: A Guide to Academic Research by Cheryl Lowry
Call Number: Online Access
Choosing & Using Sources presents a process for academic research and writing, from formulating your research question to selecting good information and using it effectively in your research assignments.

Recommended Websites

Purdue University's Online Writing Lab (OWL)
Includes resources and instructional materials to assist with a variety of writing projects.
University of Wisconsin's Writing Center
Includes instructional materials that were developed for teaching in the Writing Center.
MLA Style Center
Advice for how to style your writing in MLA format, as well as answers for tricky citation situations!
APA Style
Style and grammar guidelines for formatting your paper in APA.