Thinking Outside the Lines

1. Make time committment

2. Use multiple resources

2.1. Article Databases

2.2. The Web

2.3. [School] Libraries

2.4. Books

3. Create an outline

3.1. Bullet points

3.2. List main topics

4. Read as much as possible to enhance knowlege

5. READING: Klein

5.1. "The Art of Skim"

5.2. Read abstract

5.3. Read introduction

5.4. Read conclusion

6. Pay attention to keywords

6.1. Skim in sections

7. WRITING: Canvas

8. Research Papers

8.1. Gather evidence

8.2. Take a stand

8.3. Back up points made

8.4. Provide examples

9. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: Rutgers

9.1. Plagiarism is real

9.2. Copying someone else's work without giving credit

9.3. Expulsion as a consequence

10. Advanced research is beneficial

11. Citing is very important

11.1. Do not cut and paste anything

11.2. Anything quoted needs citation

11.3. Always include reference page