Use these databases to get started finding articles for your papers. Remember, if you need to find scholarly articles, be sure to limit your search to "peer-reviewed," "academic journals," or "scholarly journals."
Find online and reliable reference materials, using these databases:
Both require research, but in different ways:
Writing a report = you do some research and churn out facts
*topic-based, it summarizes existing information
Writing a research paper = you analyze a topic and form an opinion/argument
*question-based, uses data and ideas as evidence to support your position
Sources: https://elementalblogging.com/research-report-or-research-paper; https://askalibrarian.mwcc.edu/faq/85227
A popular and authoritative source, the Online Writing Lab (OWL) at Purdue University, houses writing resources and instructional materials. Members of the community, and users worldwide will find information to assist with many writing projects. Teachers and trainers may use this material for in-class and out-of-class instruction.
When you click on the big OWL link below, you will be able to navigate and find info about Subject Specific Writing, along with many Citation Styles and standards. Go for it and librarians are always here for you!