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How to Write a Research Paper
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How to Write a Research Paper
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Step 1 Develop a Topic
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Select a Topic
Develop a Research Question
Identify Keywords
Find Background Information
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Step 2. Locate Information
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Books and Ebooks
Articles
Websites
Search Strategies
Step 3. Evaluate
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Evaluate Sources
Primary vs. Secondary
Types of Periodicals
Step 4. Write
Take Notes
Outline the Paper
Construct an Annotated Bibliography
Complete a Literature Review
Step 5 Cite
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Citation Styles
Paraphrasing
Plagiarism
Writing research papers can be challenging.
Knowing how to:
Take notes
Create an outline
Construct an annotated bibliography
Complete a literature review
Will help you successfully complete your research assignments.
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