College research papers for dummies /
Giampalmi, Joe
College research papers for dummies / by Joe Giampalmi - New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, c2023 - xv, 365 pages : tables ; 24 cm.
Includes index
Introduction 1 -- Part 1: Laying a Foundation for Writing a Research Paper -- Chapter 1: Understanding Expectations: College Research Papers -- Chapter 2: Certifying Consistency: Documentation Styles -- Chapter 3: Preventing Plagiarism: Endorsing Academic Integrity -- Chapter 4: Fulfilling Requirements: Research Papers and Portfolios -- Part 2: Building Essentials of Research -- Chapter 5: Managing Information: Gathering and Organizing Sources -- Chapter 6: Evaluating and Preparing Sources -- Chapter 7: Going on the Offensive: From Evidence to Argument -- Chapter 8: Citing Sources and Finalizing Recognition -- Chapter 9: Classifying College Research Writing -- Part 3: Developing Essentials of Research Writing -- Chapter 10: Identifying Audience and Purpose -- Chapter 11: Writing with Style -- Chapter 12: Reviewing Fundamentals: Grammar and Conventions -- Chapter 13: Focusing on Appearance: Formatting -- Part 4: Writing Research Papers -- Chapter 14: Planning and Organizing Research Writing -- Chapter 15: Creating Draft One -- Chapter 16: Identifying Required and Optional Headings -- Chapter 17: Revising and Editing in Three Layers -- Chapter 18: Finalizing before Sending: Checking the Presentation -- Part 5: The Part of Tens -- Chapter 19: Ten Common Problems and How to Fix Them -- Chapter 20: Ten Resources for Improving Research Writing -- Index
Get ready to take on your first college research paper like a pro
Just got assigned your first college research paper? Don’t sweat it! College Research Papers For Dummies has your back with the perfect companion to these not-as-hard-as-they-look assignments. Discover how to research, argue, problem-solve, analyze, and synthesize your way through even the densest material. Find out how to best revise and rework your paper until it’s a polished gem. Plus, get some quick tips on higher-level research papers, such as literature reviews and white papers.
Accurately cite references using APA, MLA, and Chicago styles
Take advantage of all the resources available to you as you write your first research paper, from your university’s library databases to your local college center’s support services
Develop common research paper writing techniques, including argumentation, research questions, and thesis statements.-- Wiley
9781394191109
ACADEMIC WRITING.
LB 2369 .G53 2023
College research papers for dummies / by Joe Giampalmi - New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, c2023 - xv, 365 pages : tables ; 24 cm.
Includes index
Introduction 1 -- Part 1: Laying a Foundation for Writing a Research Paper -- Chapter 1: Understanding Expectations: College Research Papers -- Chapter 2: Certifying Consistency: Documentation Styles -- Chapter 3: Preventing Plagiarism: Endorsing Academic Integrity -- Chapter 4: Fulfilling Requirements: Research Papers and Portfolios -- Part 2: Building Essentials of Research -- Chapter 5: Managing Information: Gathering and Organizing Sources -- Chapter 6: Evaluating and Preparing Sources -- Chapter 7: Going on the Offensive: From Evidence to Argument -- Chapter 8: Citing Sources and Finalizing Recognition -- Chapter 9: Classifying College Research Writing -- Part 3: Developing Essentials of Research Writing -- Chapter 10: Identifying Audience and Purpose -- Chapter 11: Writing with Style -- Chapter 12: Reviewing Fundamentals: Grammar and Conventions -- Chapter 13: Focusing on Appearance: Formatting -- Part 4: Writing Research Papers -- Chapter 14: Planning and Organizing Research Writing -- Chapter 15: Creating Draft One -- Chapter 16: Identifying Required and Optional Headings -- Chapter 17: Revising and Editing in Three Layers -- Chapter 18: Finalizing before Sending: Checking the Presentation -- Part 5: The Part of Tens -- Chapter 19: Ten Common Problems and How to Fix Them -- Chapter 20: Ten Resources for Improving Research Writing -- Index
Get ready to take on your first college research paper like a pro
Just got assigned your first college research paper? Don’t sweat it! College Research Papers For Dummies has your back with the perfect companion to these not-as-hard-as-they-look assignments. Discover how to research, argue, problem-solve, analyze, and synthesize your way through even the densest material. Find out how to best revise and rework your paper until it’s a polished gem. Plus, get some quick tips on higher-level research papers, such as literature reviews and white papers.
Accurately cite references using APA, MLA, and Chicago styles
Take advantage of all the resources available to you as you write your first research paper, from your university’s library databases to your local college center’s support services
Develop common research paper writing techniques, including argumentation, research questions, and thesis statements.-- Wiley
9781394191109
ACADEMIC WRITING.
LB 2369 .G53 2023
