Are You Ready for College Research

Step confidently into the world of academic research with Are You Ready for College Research! Whether you're a high school student transitioning to college or an adult learner returning to the classroom, this course equips you with the tools, strategies, and confidence to excel in college-level research assignments.

Whether you're pursuing your undergraduate degree, returning to complete your education, or preparing for graduate-level work, Are You Ready for College Research equips you with the essential research skills you need to succeed in today's academic environment.

This fast, accessible course offers practical introductions to college-level research strategies, curated YouTube guides to modern best practices, and quick quizzes to reinforce what you learn—giving you clarity, confidence, and momentum from day one.

Inside Are You Ready for College Research, you'll master:

✅ Starting the research process with clarity and purpose
✅ Developing strong research questions and thesis statements
✅ Navigating academic databases like EBSCO, JSTOR, and ProQuest
✅ Identifying and reading scholarly peer-reviewed articles
✅ Building annotated bibliographies
✅ Planning and writing academic essays in MLA and APA formats

✅ Mastering modern citation and referencing techniques


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College Pathways Solutions

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Course Curriculum


  Welcome
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  Starting the Research Process
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  Finding Research Topics
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  Creating Research Questions
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  Writing Thesis Statements from Research Questions
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  Conducting College Research
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  EBSCO
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  Gale
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  JSTOR
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  ProQuest
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  Google Scholar
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  Identifying Scholarly Sources
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  Reading Scholarly Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
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  Annotated Bibliographies
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  Writing Academic Essays
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  Analyzing Writing Prompts
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  Creating Outlines
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  Thesis Statements
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  Topic Sentences
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  Conclusion Paragraphs
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  MLA 9 In-Text Citations and References
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  Formatting Essays Using MLA 9
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  You're Ready for College!
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
You can start Are You Ready for College Research as soon as you enroll! This course is self-paced, so you can move through the lessons at your own speed. Many students complete it in just a few hours or over a weekend, while others spread it out over several weeks. If you were assigned this course by a professor, follow the due dates listed in your syllabus. Otherwise, you have full access to the course content, videos, and quizzes for as long as the course remains available—even after you complete it.
How long do I have access to the course?
After enrolling, you have unlimited access to Are You Ready for College Research—across any device you own—for as long as the course is available. You’re free to revisit the lessons, videos, and quizzes anytime you need a refresher. If the course is ever retired or removed from the platform in the future, access would end at that time. We'll always communicate any major changes well in advance.
What if I drop my college course? Can I get a refund?
Once you enroll in Are You Ready for College Research, your enrollment is final. Refunds are not available, even if you drop your college course or change your academic plans. However, you’ll still have full access to the course materials. We encourage you to continue learning and using the skills you gain here—whether for future classes, your career, or personal growth. Life happens, but your education can keep moving forward.
How long does the course take?
The course is designed for you to complete in a few hours or over a weekend at your own pace.

We know that you have what it takes. We hope that this lab will help you develop the skills and confidence needed to move you through college and beyond.

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