Ms. Ruff- Commitment Customs around the World

1. Firstly, start some where reliable.

Great Databases and Websites to Start Your Research:

Some good places to look:

Gale – Global Issues – Key terms “marriage ceremony”

EBSCO Host – Key terms “marriage customs of the world”

Some things you can do with articles from EBSCO:

Under tools:

You can save the article to your DRIVE, get the citation, etc.

2. How do we know if the information we find on the internet is reliable?

To critically evaluate the sources you find on the internet, use the CRAAP test.

3. Once you determine that a source is reliable, how do we use the information without plagiarising?

Use this slideshow to help you with APA formatting for your citations and how to avoid plagiarism.
For more information on APA and Plagiarism:
- Plagiarism
- APA
- Did you know that Google Docs now have the ability to make your citations?

4. Note Taking

Use this template to support your research. It is a google doc, open it and make a copy to be able to enter your content. Or, print it off to make notes using pen/pencil. Note Making Template

5. Bibliography

Build this as you go. This ensures that you list all sources and you won’t be left scrambling at the end to try to consolidate your sources.