Introduction to the Guide

The purpose of this guide is to serve as a resource hub for the East Texas A&M University Education Doctoral students enrolled in the following courses: 

• EDAD 663 - Doctoral Writing, I: Authoring the Dissertation
• EDAD 695 - Research Methodology 
• EDAD 698 - Qualitative Research Methods

Within This Guide:

• Get Started with tips for developing a research question and staying organized.
• Learn how to Find Sources you need; with tips for using our databases, OneSearch and creating search queries.
• Find tips for Evaluating Sources using the SIFT model.
• Consistently manage and Cite Sources using the APA format.
• Discover different Research Methods and when to use them.
• Learn the steps for completing a Literature Review.
• Find resources for writing an Annotated Bibliography.