Getting Started with Academic Research: Developing a Topic
Welcome to the University Libraries at Virginia Tech! The libraries are a hub of research and learning for Virginia Tech, and we are here to help you! Explore the pages of this guide for guidance on beginning your academic research.
Lucidchart is a free tool available as an add-on to the Google suite of tools. It allows you to create flow charts, mind maps, and other visual representations of ideas, with easy integration with other tools.
Padlet is a free tool that allows you both to collaborate with others and create maps of your thought process. You can also add links and documents for an even richer collection of material.