As part of an initiative to develop research skills, enhance the quality of academic writing for thesis projects, and address the potential misuse of generative artificial intelligence, the Department of Architecture at the College of Engineering, University of Basrah, held a scientific workshop for fifth-year students. Led by Professor Amjad Al-Musaed, the workshop covered the methodological foundations for transitioning from the formulation of a research concept to the identification, utilization, and documentation of scholarly sources in accordance with established academic standards. The session reviewed major international documentation systems—including APA, Harvard, IEEE, and Chicago—with a specific focus on the practical application of the IEEE system, in-text citation mechanisms, the preparation of reference lists, and the use of Digital Object Identifiers (DOI). The workshop also featured a practical exercise in architectural site analysis, bridging analytical thinking, concept formulation, and scientific documentation. Ultimately, the workshop aimed to cultivate research competencies, uphold academic integrity, and elevate the quality of university research, reports, and projects by integrating methodological knowledge with practical application.