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Good research skills are important for career, college and life. When performing research and/or writing a research paper, you must use a variety of skills including searching for reliable and authoritative information, reading and thinking critically, planning, writing, and presenting. This page presents some of the steps and options for creating an A+ research project!
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A) Refer to A Handbook for the Preparation of Research Papers published by the Parsippany Troy-Hills School District  for guidance on preparing a research paper.  Unless otherwise directed, the Parsippany school community follows the Modern Language Association (MLA) 7th edition as the method to create and produce research papers. 

B) Follow Research Process steps:
1) Have a general idea of what you want.
2) Formulate your research question. 
3) Pre-search - start to formulate keywords and focus.
4) Explore research resources (databases, authoritative websites, books, video sources, periodical sources, and others). 
5) Evaluate the source. Is it useful for my needs? Is it authoritative? Is it reliable?
6) Take notes/outline/graphic organizer. Cite sources used.
7) Write paper or create project.
8) Edit, revise, edit, revise. Submit when complete. 


C) How to create a Works Cited page. 
When you use the work of others, you must give credit to the source. There are online tools that can help you create a works cited page. One very useful and helpful online tool is EasyBib. EasyBib helps you create a works cited page and in-text citations. 









CMS Library Mission Statement & Goals

Mission Statement:
To teach students how to find information, grow an appreciation for literature, and protect every individual's right to free expression. Our highest priority and proudest achievement is in providing a welcoming, safe, tolerant, and comfortable space for the whole school community.

​Goals:
  • Teach information literacy skills that will enable students to find reliable sources.
  • Inspire students to read.
  • Promote and protect the constitutional right of free expression.
  • Provide the most current print and digital research resources.
  • Model and encourage empathy, mindfulness, and social responsibility. 
  • Provide an environment that nurtures curiosity, imagination, and collaboration.

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