Title: 01 - Research Resources
Course: English 4A SU15 > Section: Writing and Research Resources

Research involves a lot of tiring work. Whenever you have the option, you'll want to select a topic that you are very interested in or passionate about because it you're not, you'll grow tired of it very quickly. The process of doing research for an assignment can take hours and extend over days and weeks. Take frequent breaks and back away from the computer to let the information have time to sink in and integrate with what you already know.

The Electronic Library of MN (ELM) is an excellent place for you to begin. Start with the Research Project Calculator (RPC); fill in the appropriate dates and select Writing Assignment or Essay. What you will get in return is a detailed chart of what you should have finished and by when if you want to finish your paper on time. Bookmark this link as you will want to use it for projects in your other courses as well.

By getting this plan/time-line from the RPC you will also have access to handouts that will provide relevant information for each step in the process. It's really a great tool that may help with your time management even through college.

As you've already learned, ProQuest will be a great place to start your searching. Not only does the Electronic Library of MN offer access to ProQuest, but so does your county library system. If you go to your library's homepage you should be able to access ProQuest through them as well.

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