| Research QuickStart | Use Research QuickStart to begin your research for papers, speeches, assignments, etc. Select a subject and view a list of resources (books, databases & websites) specialized for that subject. |
| Assignment Calculator | 12 steps to help you organize your research tasks and manage your time. |
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Lists of resources for students tailored to specific classes. |
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| Internet Search Engine | |
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Citation Guides: |
How to cite your resources using the MLA and APA formats. |
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Criteria to use when evaluating the quality of an Internet site. |
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Some tips on how you can avoid plagiarism. |
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| How to do Research | Seven steps that outline an effective strategy for finding information for a research paper, evaluating resources, and documenting what you find. |
| How to Find Books, etc. in MnPALS | Instructions on how to search MnPALS to locate books, videos, DVDs, and other items in the Normandale Library. |
| Minnesota Internet Sites | Collection of websites dealing with Minnesota politics, government, law, statistics, etc. |
| Online Reference Collection | Encyclopedias, dictionaries, and other quick fact sources available online. |
| Library Services for Faculty | Information and links on services provided by the library to Normandale CC faculty. |