The Research Process - Synthesis

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research brain Upon finding and taking notes from all reliable resources, take a moment to reflect. First, ask: What is the best way to arrange the information? Here are some possible categories:

Chronological
Compare/Contrast
Cause/Effect
Similar/Different
Classification
Problem/Solution

Second, determine: What ideas within my information may be combined? Possibilities include:

Themes
Trends
Clusters
Patterns
Conclusions

The climatic moment has arrived. You are ready to write, prepare or produce your presentation. Good luck!!

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