Communication and Rhetoric Studies   Tags: communication, rhetoric_studies  

Welcome to the Communication and Rhetoric Research Guide! This is a starting point for help with projects in communication and rhetoric.

The Research Process

1. Formulate your question -- list key words to use in your searches
2. Find background information (see Selected Reference Books above)
3. Refine your search topic
4. Consider your resource options -- what type of materials do you need to answer your questions? Books, magazines, primary sources, etc?
5. Select and use the appropriate research tool (such as books or article databases in GALILEO)
6. Locate your materials
7. Analyze your materials
8. Organize and write your paper
9. Compose your bibliography and cite your work properly

For more detailed help with the research process, see USG's Starting Your Search.