Once you have selected your Research Area topic you will need to get an overview of your topic.
Begin by reading a general reference article from one of these databases below.
You can then begin to build a list of Keywords to help you further in your research.
New Scientist The Christopher Brennan Library has an online subscription to New Scientist. Ask your friendly librarian for the logon details to gain access. The latest issue (not for loan) and past issues are available in print form in the library.
Overview of the Scientific Method
Select the image to find out more or go to the Scientific Buddies website.
STUDYJAMS! are short animated videos explaining scientific concepts and how to conduct a scientific inquiry. From Scholastic Inc.
Take a look in the Christopher Brennan Library for books that will supplement your learning and understanding.
A+ Projects in Chemistry by
Provides step-by-step instructions for thirty advanced chemistry experiments suitable for science fairs.
Science is Golden by
Australia's favourite scientist answers more curly questions on Life, the Universe and Everything. No one conveys the excitement and wonder of science quite like Dr Karl, and this, his twenty-seventh book, takes us on another thoroughly entertaining exploration of the world around us.
Let's Experiment by
An invaluable resource of 43 hands-on experiments and four classroom demonstrations designed for students aged 8+.
e.encyclopedia science
The Science Book
This LibGuide will assist you in your independent research for the Science Research Project. The following databases, websites, and books will help guide you in this research task.
Citemaker is useful for formatting references. Plot the information in and Citemaker generates the reference is the correct formatting for you.
Your Guide to Harvard Style Referencing by The University of Sydney is very useful, easy to follow and thorough guide on how to complete a reference list. Examples are sorted into categories and include in-text referencing and reference list.