In case you have never had to do a research assignment here is are some basic steps to guide you:
Planning:
Prepare materials
choose a topic
refine topic (working thesis)
seek our sources
brainstorm search terms
develop a research timeline
Gathering information:
Find information
evaluate information
take notes
create a source list
Organize:
Review your notes
create a thesis statement
create an outline for your paper
Synthesize:
Put together a first draft
revise your first draft
edit and proofread your paper
Document and List sources:
Put together a works cited page
write and acknowledgement page
review the MLA checklist
turn in your paper
Good Luck!! Please stop by the Library for help if you get stuck!