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Researching for an Annotated Bibliography

Use this guide to take your annotated bibliography from the blank page to the completed project.

2. Make a Search Plan

Preparation is the key to successful searching. Follow the steps below to create a search plan.

  1. Identify the best sources for the information you need and determine where to search. (If using sources from the internet, be sure and evaluate them carefully for credibility.)
  2. Select your keywords, or search terms, that can be used to search for your information. 
  3. Decide what search strategies you can apply to your searches to retrieve the best results.  

Questions about creating your search plan? Contact a CSU librarian.

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