For more research and writing help, check out the guides below.
Research Basics
Research assignments can be difficult, especially if you are not sure how to get started. This guide is intended to help you find your footing, make a research plan, and use all the resources available to help you with your assignment. Don't forget, you can always reach out to your local librarians for assistance!
Research Guides and Tutorials
Research Tutorials
Finding Online Articles with EBSCO Databases
Using Free Citation Generators
All Research Tutorials
More Research Help
Getting Started
- Making a Research PlanStep by step instructions on how to write a research paper from pre-planning to submission.
- Evaluating ResourcesUse this list to help you better evaluate your resources as you research.
- Concept MapsAn example of a concept map. Concept maps can be a good way to get started by getting thoughts on paper quickly.
Using Databases
- Finding and Accessing Online ResourcesStep by step process on how to find and log into TSTC databases.
- How to Find Articles Using LRC DatabasesA more indepth tutorial on searching databses. Includes tips on easy ways to find scholarly articles as well as citing articles.
- Filter by Publisher with Academic Video OnlineA quick, step by step tutorial on filtering videos by publisher.
Citation
- MLA 8th Edition Quick SheetCitation basics for MLA 8th edition. Find sample papers and extended guides at https://tstc.libguides.com/citation.
- APA 6th Edition Quick SheetCitation basics for APA 6th edition. Find sample papers and extended guides at https://tstc.libguides.com/citation.