Researchers begin this cycle with formulating the question that will drive their research. Then they follow through the steps listed below. The research cycle may be done many times. When the project is ready, then the researcher may report out to an audience.

Questioning:	What do I want to find out?
Planning:	What are some sources of information?
Gathering:	Where can I look for my information?
Sorting & Sifting:	How can I use the information I have gathered?
Synthesizing:	What will I create to show what I have learned?
Evaluating:	How will I know that I did my job well?

Adapted from the book, Beyond Technology, by Jamie McKenzie, Ed.D. copyright 2000 and the "Big Six" Research Model.