LibGuides: Adolescence and Psychology in Literature: PRE-RESEARCH

Assignment & Rubric

What to do on this part:

Using your topic as the subject, use the links below to acquaint yourself with material that will surely be new to you.
Take note of major points, moments, and information, etc. relevant to your topic
Jot down questions you have as you go. These questions will help guide your research and propel you forward
Keep track of your research. Save links to videos, articles, and sites that you deem important to you and your topic.
Absorb as much as you can through pre-research. Imagine a solid foundation being formed before a structure is built. This is where you are right now. You're building a foundation of knowledge

YouTube
Use YouTube to search for and watch videos to acquaint yourself with topics relevant to your topic.
Wikipedia
Use it to get a broad understanding and identify key events, concepts, and historical context. This is a good starting point, but avoid citing it directly.
Khan Academy
With practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard, Khan Academy empowers learners to study at their own pace, both in and out of the classroom.

After getting a basic understanding, outline key questions to guide further research. For example, if you’re researching Freud's theories, you might ask:
- How does this theory apply to contemporary issues?
- Has the theory evolved or been challenged by more recent research?
- What are the limitations or biases within this theory?

Action: Formulate 3-5 guiding questions based on what you've learned so far. This will help you refine your deeper research.