Reference & Research SOP

For a detailed description of the research process, consult the Internal Research Guidelines. Here is an abbreviated version to get you thinking about the process.

• Do you have a clear understanding of the request?

  • Read through the Course Design Guide (CDG) if one was provided. Reach out to Nicole Tassinari if you need further clarification.

• Do you know the deliverable format?

  • Here are some examples of past research projects.

• If applicable, have you looked at the existing course in Blackboard?

  • Here is information on how to view a course in Blackboard.

• Which databases are appropriate to search for the content?
  • Consider the course level and strive to find the most current information.

• Does the content meet course requirements?
  • Consider the resource selection guidelines.

• Do all your embedded links work?
  • Review the SOP on Linking to Database Content.

Before uploading the final product -

• Look it over with attention to detail and an eye toward how the requestor will read it.
• Keep the formatting consistent and user-friendly.
• Make clear that any comments are yours and not part of the citation or abstract.

When you are finished -

• Upload the final product to Asana in the correct task area.
• Be sure to mark the task as complete.
• Log the time spent in half-hour increments.
• Input any notes you may have for the PM or ID in the appropriate area.