MERLOT Materials

This interactive webcomic marks the first of our WI+RE Data Literacy Suite. Intro to Data Literacy introduces learners to... see more

Primary Source Analysis is an interactive tutorial that walks learners through a five step process of researching a... see more

It can be daunting to realize that you may not know what you are interested in, but don't worry! Check out this video for... see more

Set achievable academic goals with SMART and WI+RE's goal organizer! Learning Outcomes List the parts of a SMART goal... see more

Interested in research but can't find any opportunities? Look no further! Check out these quick strategies for getting... see more

Positionality in research refers to how our identities and experiences not only influence the choices we make in the... see more

Breaking Down Academic Articles is a webcomic tutorial that walks you through the most important aspects of an academic... see more

Remote Study Strategies: The Pomodoro Technique is an interactive tutorial that walks learners through the Pomodoro... see more

This interactive comic is your introduction to finding digital images at the UCLA Library and beyond! It covers how to... see more

Timed exams often test your ability to think and write quickly, manage your time, dissect a question, and more. This... see more

This handout is your roadmap to understanding the differences between scholarly and popular sources! It includes helpful... see more

Helpful resources and a solid methodology can be key to a successful research project. We'll show you some tips for... see more

When it comes to research, a little planning goes a long way. We’ll go over how to come up with a research plan and start... see more

As annotated bibliographies (ABs) become more commonly assigned, it is important to not only know what they are, but why... see more

Coming up with a good research question is essential for any research! Whether you're joining a faculty-led group or... see more

Once you've decided to do research, the next step is to make a list of research opportunities that interest you! By the... see more

Research Logistics at UCLA Before getting started with research, it's important to know the difference between faculty-... see more

Anyone can get started with research—all it takes is curiosity and persistence! By the end of this activity, you'll be... see more

In the Writing Strategies series, Peer Learning Facilitators from the UCLA Undergraduate Writing Center give their top... see more

This fillable Google Doc helps you break down any prompt into its main tasks and requirements, list helpful resources and... see more

In the Writing Strategies series, Peer Learning Facilitators from the UCLA Undergraduate Writing Center give their top... see more

In the Writing Strategies series, Peer Learning Facilitators from the UCLA Undergraduate Writing Center give their top... see more

Created in collaboration with Jordan Moberg Parker, UCLA's Director of Undergraduate Laboratory Curriculum and Assessment... see more

Using Google Scholar to find sources for your research can yield you a lot of articles, journals, books, and more. But... see more