When it comes to a research project, it can be hard to know where to start and easy to get stuck along the way. There is nothing worse than staring at a blank page or an empty search box or an overwhelming list of results and not knowing what to do next.
You should know that this is a totally normal part of the research process, for both new and experienced researchers alike. There is nothing wrong with needing a little help.
That help can take many forms, including generative AI.
While there are many good reasons to be cautious about generative AI tools like ChatGPT, this technology can also be used to help you navigate those inevitable stuck points and get past them faster without violating academic integrity.
This guide will show you how.
This guide was created by Allison Hosier, Head of Information Literacy, University at Albany, SUNY.
All content in this guide is human-authored unless marked otherwise.
Unless otherwise noted, photos in this guide are taken from Pixabay, a database of royalty-free images.
