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Thing 1:  Utilize Internet Clipping and Storage Resources

After pondering the events leading up to my dissertation and the following struggles, I decided to pen a short “10 Things” article to benefit those who may need the help.  I have chosen the first topic because I was using it and did not recognize it as a dissertation research tool until one of my fellow doctoral students shared she was using it for research purposes.  I want to emphasize that this tool is free, at least free in its basic form.

 While researching on the internet it becomes time consuming to print interesting items. Also, I have found that adding to favorites is not always the best way to save the information because I cannot remember which device I used to save the site.  Below is one example of a free research tool I have found to be beneficial.

Note taking/clipping software allows you, with one click, to save information from the internet into a sharable file accessible from multiple devices.  You are able to organize your research under headings, share with colleagues and retrieve information at any time.  These software suites also include additional organization-related products.  There are multiple tools to record and document your browsing research which are free for a basic membership.  My advice is to review what is available and then make a selection. 

In addition to these, look for other dissertation helpers.  Take time to review a few and make informed selections. A few categories are “apps for researchers”, “dissertation organizers”, “interview recording” and “citation creators”.  Searching for these and working with these from the beginning not only save time, but will assist you in maintaining and organizing research from the beginning.