| Description |
1 online resource (xv, 365 pages) |
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For dummies |
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--For dummies.
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| Contents |
Introduction. About this book ; Foolish assumptions ; Icons used in this book ; Beyond this book ; Where to go from here -- Part 1. Laying a foundation for writing a research paper. Understanding expectations : college research papers ; Certifying consistency : documentation styles ; Preventing plagiarism : endorsing academic integrity ; Fulfilling requirements : research papers and portfolios -- Part 2. Building essentials of research. Managing information : gathering and organizing sources ; Evaluating and preparing sources ; Going on the offensive : from evidence to argument ; Citing sources and finalizing recognition ; Classifying college research writing -- Part 3. Developing essentials of research writing. Identifying audience and purpose ; Writing with style ; Reviewing fundamentals : grammar and conventions ; Focusing on appearance : formatting -- Part 4. Writing research papers. Planning and organizing research writing ; Creating draft one ; Identifying required and optional headings ; Revising and editing in three layers ; Finalizing before sending : checking the presentation -- Part 5. The part of tens. Ten common problems and how to fix them ; Ten resources for improving research writing |
| Summary |
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 |
| Notes |
Includes index |
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Print version record and online resource (EBSCOhost, viewed December 11, 2023) |
| Subject |
Report writing -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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Research -- Handbooks, manuals, etc
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Academic writing.
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Report writing
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Research
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| Genre/Form |
handbooks.
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Handbooks and manuals
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Handbooks and manuals.
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Guides et manuels.
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| ISBN |
9781394191116 |
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1394191111 |
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