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Step-by-step
- Search for a variety of sources--popular, scholarly (possibly peer-reviewed), trade (business) oriented, recent, historical, big-picture, very specific--using OneSearch, library databases, and/or a firm understanding of Google and how to focus your search results.
- Save those articles and other sources as you find them even if you're not sure that you want to include them; it's much harder to go back and find something a second time than it is to just get rid of it if you don't want it.
TIP: OneSearch and most library databases make it easy to keep track of your searches and results
- Enter the citations (in the format your professor requires) into a list.
TIP: Databases to the rescue, once again! Most allow you to copy, paste and save citations in all the major formats (double check them for accuracy, though.)
- Using notes you have been taking, or by briefly reviewing the article or other content, come up with a succinct summary of each entry; use the examples your professor has provided as a guideline.
- Sit back and admire your accomplishment!
