This document provides guidance on how to effectively research an assignment by clarifying the question, identifying key terms, and assessing existing knowledge. It recommends clarifying the assignment requirements by writing the question in your own words and identifying any words that need clarifying. Key terms should be identified, including subject-specific terms, and synonyms listed to aid search efforts. Existing knowledge can be organized using a mind map to identify gaps requiring further research. Clarifying the task and focusing research on identified gaps will allow finding necessary information efficiently.