Librarians welcome all inquiries, and can often point out resources that will speed up your research process. The Libraries' On-line reference shelf connects you to almanacs, business databases, dictionaries, encyclopedias, and more. An important step in the research process is to comply with the rules of academic honesty. You must give credit to all words or ideas you borrow from others, whether you quote directly or paraphrase. Give appropriate credit by citing someone else's research in your assignment.
Consistency is important.
With the advice or direction of your instructor, choose a citation style and adhere to that format throughout your assignment. Many guides for writing research papers are available in the campus bookstore or in the reference area of UM Libraries. The Chicago Manual of Style , Call Number Z253.U69 1993. Use Citing Electronic Resources . Glossaries Glossary of Library Terms .