Title:
College research papers
Author:
Publication Date:
2023
Publication Information:
Hoboken, NJ : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., [2023]
Physical Description:
xv, 365 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
ISBN:
9781394191109
Abstract:
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.
General Note:
Includes index.
Contents:
Part 1 Laying a Foundation for Writing a Research Paoer 5 -- Chapter 1 Understanding Expectations: College Research Papers 7 -- Chapter 2 Certifying Consistency: Documentation Styles 19 -- Chapter 3 Preventing Plagiarism: Endorsing Academic Integrity 33 -- Chapter 4 Fulfilling Requirements: Research Papers and Portfolios 49 -- Part 2 Building Essentials of Research 61 -- Chapter 5 Managing Information: Gathering and Organizing Sources 63 -- Chapter 6 Evaluating and Preparing Sources 87 -- Chapter 7 Going on the Offensive: From Evidence to Argument 107 -- Chapter 8 Citing Sources and Finalizing Recognition 119 -- Chapter 9 Classifying College Research Writing 145 -- Part 3 Developing Essentials of Research Writing 167 -- Chapter 10 Identifying Audience and Purpose 169 -- Chapter 11 Writing with Style 187 -- Chapter 12 Reviewing Fundamentals: Grammar and Conventions 207 -- Chapter 13 Focusing on Appearance: Formatting 27 -- Part 4 Writing Research Papers 245 -- Chapter 14 Planning and Organising Research Writing 247 -- Chapter 15 Creating Draft One 267 -- Chapter 16 Identifying Required and Optional Headings 285 -- Chapter 17 Revising and Editing in Three Layers 301 -- Chapter 18 Finalizing before Sending: Checking the Presentation 323 -- Part 5 Part of Tens 337 -- Chapter 19 Ten Common Problems and How to Fix Them 339 -- Chapter 20 Ten Resources for Improving Research Writing 347.
Genre:
Language:
English
