1) Get to know your library. Assume that you are to give a speech about Bitcoins.
• Find out what sources are available to you at the library regarding this topic.
• Which search terms are likely to give you results that are relevant?
2) Develop productive search terms for research on a speech about alternative energy. Conduct a preliminary search in the search engine of your choice. Skim the content on 3-5 of the most promising results. Highlight common terms and phrases. You can use those terms and phrases as you move forward in your research.
• (2011) MLA Format: Everything You Need to Know by Michele Kirschenbaum and Elise Barbeau; EasyBib
MLA Format: Everything You Need to Know Here (easybib.com)
• (2011) EasyBib Guide to APA Format Papers by Michele Kirschenbaum and Elise Barbeau; EasyBib
APA Format: Everything You Need to Know Here - EasyBib
• (2021) Chicago Manual Style – What is CMS?; University of Arizona Global Campus Ashford Writing Center
https://writingcenter.uagc.edu/chicago-manual-style