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020 _a9781593374228
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050 _aLB 2369 .S63 2005
100 _aSpalding, Cathy.
_eauthor
245 4 _aThe everything guide to writing research papers :
_bace your next project with step-by-step expert advice /
_cCathy Spalding
260 _aAvon, Massachusetts :
_bAdams Media,
_cc2005
300 _axii, 289 pages ;
_c24 cm.
365 _bUSD4.28
504 _aIncludes index.
505 _aChapter1. Research paper basics -- Chapter2. Choosing a topic -- Chapter3. Narrowing the topic -- Chapter4. Managing your time efficiently -- Chapter5. Encyclopedias and other reference materials -- Chapter6. Books as research tools -- Chapter7. Magazines and newspapers -- Chapter8. Using the internet -- Chapter9. Mass media presentations -- Chapter10. Museums and historical sites -- Chapter11. Interviews -- Chapter12. Taking notes -- Chapter13. Performing research -- Chapter14. Assessing and analyzing information -- Chapter15. Writing a bibliography -- Chapter16. Preparing an outline -- Chapter17. Organizing your notes -- Chapter18. Writing a first draft -- Chapter19. Checking facts -- Chapter20. Proofreading and editing -- Chapter21. Adding extra touches -- Chapter22. Writing the final draft -- Chapter23. Real-life research papers
520 _aSummary: That important paper is due soon and you don't know where to start. You're out of ideas and out of time. Don't panic. Writing great research papers is not as daunting a task as you think. It's just a process. With The Everything Guide to Writing Research Papers, you can master that process in no time. Professional educator and writer Cathy Spalding guides you step-by-step through the writing process--from brainstorming ideas to polishing your final work. With dozens of time-saving tips on organization, research, and revision, you'll find the actual writing easier than ever before. Perfect for high school and college students juggling multiple assignments. The Everything Guide to Writing Research Papers shows you how to take control of your assignments--before they take control of you!
650 _aREPORT WRITING--HANDBOOKS, MANUALS, ETC
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