1. Define the Research Objective
2. Identify Relevant Sources
3. Conduct a Preliminary Search
4. Refine Search Parameters
5. Evaluate the Credibility of Sources
6. Collect and Organize Information
7. Analyze and Synthesize Findings
8. Validate and Cross-reference Information
9. Identify Gaps in Knowledge
10. Summarize and Document Findings
11. Review and Revise the Checklist