Writing research papers : a complete guide / Lester, James D.

Introduction to academic writing -- Topic selection -- Organizing ideas and setting goals -- Finding web-based resources -- Using library resources -- Conducting field research -- Plagiarism and how to avoid it -- Reading and evaluating sources -- Developing outlines and writing effective notes -- Drafting the paper in an academic style -- MLA style : in-text references -- Writing the introduction, body, and conclusion --Revising, proofreading, and formatting the rough draft -- MLA style : citations -- Using the APA style -- CMC style : the footnote system -- CSE style : citations for technical writing -- Creating electronic and multimedia research projects.

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