1. Thesis: Knowing How to Use the Library Is Important When Doing a Research Paper.
I. Introduction
A. Introductory device
B. Thesis
C. Supporting sentences
II. Introduction to the Library
A. Programs of Orientation and Instruction
1. Pamphlets, Handbooks, Other Materials Distributed by the Library
2. Class Visits, Tours, Lectures, Courses
B. Books about the Library (Examples: Gates, Cook, Patterson, Baker)
III. The Central Catalog
A. Methods of Locating Books in the Online Catalog
1. Author
2. Title
3. Subject
B. Systems of Classification
1. Dewey Decimal System
2. Library of Congress System
IV. Reference Works
A. General Works (Dictionaries, Encyclopedias, Biographical Works, Yearbooks, Atlases,
Gazettes)
B. Specialized Dictionaries and Encyclopedias (In Alphabetical Order: Art, Astronomy, Etc.)
V. Bibliographical Sources
A. Indexes to Periodicals (Newspapers, Magazine, and Television News Broadcasts)
B. Specialized Bibliographies and Indexes (In Alphabetical Order: Art, Biology, Etc.)
C. Abstracts (In Alphabetical Order: Abstracts in Anthropology, etc.)
VI. Location of Library Materials
A. Main Collection
1. Open Stacks
2. Closed Stacks
B. Special Sections
1. Folio-size Books
2. Reserved Books
3. Reference Works
4. Periodicals
5. Pamphlets, Clippings, Nonprint Materials
VII. Other Library Resources and Services
A. Microforms: Microfilm, Microcard, Microfiche
B. Computer Assistance in Research
C. Other Assistance (e.g., Copying Facilities, Interlibrary Loans)
VIII. Conclusion – The Importance of Knowing about the Library, Its Materials and Services

2. Good notes follow a structure relating all the
parts to comprise the whole. Notes must be so
organized that the researcher can match the main
points with their details and examples and can relate
these key points to one another.
Outlining
The researcher may either use the informal or the formal
outline.

3. Simple Listing
TOPIC:_______________________
I. Main Idea:________________
A. Detail
B. Detail
C. Detail
II. Main Ideal:_______________
A. Detail
B. Detail
C. Detail
The INFORMAL OUTLINE may be a
simple listing or dash method.

4. The FORMAL OUTLINE follows a
structure or certain format. It is methodical.
A formal outline centers the subject
matter of the text at the top of the page and every noted
idea begins new line. A roman numeral written at the upper
left hand of the margin marks each main idea. Second
ideas, which are listed and identified by capital letters are
indented to the right of the roman numerals. Minor details
are indented to the right of the major details and are marked
by Arabic numerals. Lastly, examples which are marked by
small letters are further indented.

5. Find the key ideas or the
main points of the text.
Look for
details that
support each
key point.
Remember that idea of
equal importance must
have equal identification.
Identify
relationship
of ideas.
PROCEDURE

6. TOPIC
I. Main Idea
A. Secondary Idea
B. Secondary Idea
1. Detail
a. Example
b. Example
2. Detail
3. Detail
II. Main Idea
A. Secondary Idea
B. Secondary Idea
C. Secondary Idea

7. TOPIC: What Is Meant By Job Satisfaction?
I. Job Satisfaction
A. Definition
B. Proper Perspective Of job Satisfaction
1. Job satisfaction is an emotional response to job situation.
2. Job satisfaction is often determined by how well, outcomes meet or exceed expectations.
II. Job Situation and Dimensions
A. General Description
B. Job Dimensions Or Factors That Figures In Jobs
1. The Work Itself
2. Pay
3. Promotion Opportunities
4. Supervision
5. Coworkers
Informal Outline
Example

8. Formal Outline
ExampleTopic: Using the Library for Research
Thesis: Knowing How to Use the Library Is Important When Doing a Research Paper.
I. Introduction
A. Introductory device
B. Thesis
C. Supporting sentences
II. Introduction to the Library
A. Programs of Orientation and Instruction
1. Pamphlets, Handbooks, Other Materials Distributed by the Library
2. Class Visits, Tours, Lectures, Courses
B. Books about the Library (Examples: Gates, Cook, Patterson, Baker)
III. The Central Catalog
A. Methods of Locating Books in the Online Catalog
1. Author
2. Title
3. Subject
B. Systems of Classification
1. Dewey Decimal System
2. Library of Congress System

9. IV. Reference Works
A. General Works (Dictionaries, Encyclopedias, Biographical Works, Yearbooks, Atlases, Gazettes)
B. Specialized Dictionaries and Encyclopedias (In Alphabetical Order: Art, Astronomy, Etc.)
V. Bibliographical Sources
A. Indexes to Periodicals (Newspapers, Magazine, and Television News Broadcasts)
B. Specialized Bibliographies and Indexes (In Alphabetical Order: Art, Biology, Etc.)
C. Abstracts (In Alphabetical Order: Abstracts in Anthropology, etc.)
VI. Location of Library Materials
A. Main Collection
1. Open Stacks
2. Closed Stacks
B. Special Sections
1. Folio-size Books
2. Reserved Books
3. Reference Works
4. Periodicals
5. Pamphlets, Clippings, Non-print Materials
VII. Other Library Resources and Services
A. Microforms: Microfilm, Micro-card, Microfiche
B. Computer Assistance in Research
C. Other Assistance (e.g., Copying Facilities, Interlibrary Loans)
VIII. Conclusion – The Importance of Knowing about the Library, Its Materials and Services
Formal Outline
Example

10. Questions:
1.Give the two types of outlining?
2-4. Give the four procedures of formal
outlining.
5. It is one way of organizing notes.

11. Answer:
1. Formal and Informal Outlining
2-4.A. Find the key ideas or the main points of
the text.
B. Look for details that support each key
point. (Look for supporting details)
C. Remember that idea of equal importance
must have equal identification.
D. Identify relationship of ideas
5. Outlining

12. Prepared by:
Mark Angelo B. Bernaldez
Source:
Research and Technical Writing
By:
Reynaldo R. Fortillo
Ma. Consuelo S. Quindara
Mila E. Isles
Clarita O. Manzano
Vivian B. Flores
Imelda K. Gamboa
Amelia O. Bacuñgan
Carolina G. Alberca