Step 6 | Étape 6

The sixth step of the research process highlights reading techniques such as skimming and scanning, to easily locate worthwhile, valuable or meaningful information.

Step Six: Read Selectively

• Skim texts to see which ones are worthwhile
• Scan the table of contents, the introduction, the conclusion and the abstract
• Look for text features such as chapter headings, section headings, boldface words,
  italicized words, captions, sidebars, glossary and/or index
• Highlight, italicize or bold important information or quotes
• Review the bibliography for additional resources
• Summarize key points