Research Introduction

Mr. Reget - World Lit. Honors

Research Paper

What is it?– The research paper is a paper structured to

develop your critical thinking and assessment skills

– The paper requires you to develop, sturucture, and support a thesis

Research Paper

Why do we research?– To question our preconceptions– Make up our minds for ourselves– Judge whether or not the information we are

given is reliable– Develop and support our ideas with logic and

reasoning

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How do we research? We will use a variety of sources to develop

and support our theses including:– Websites– Textbooks– Online catalogs– Libraries– Interviews

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We will assess– What makes a source reliable?– What is the difference between a primary,

secondary, and tertiary sources?– How does the author of the source influence that

source?– How do I properly cite my sources?

Research Paper - Format

The paper will be:– Type written– 4 – 5 pages– Double spaced– Times New Roman Font– 1 inch margins– A heading with Name, date, class, teacher name

Research Paper – Title Page

The research paper will include a title page that has:

Name Teacher name Date Class The title of the document

Research Options

You will be choose from 3 separate formats and possibilities for research design.

1. Arguing a position

2. Explaining a concept

3. Propose a solution

Research Paper – Arguing a Position

When arguing a position the author will research an issue that has at least two sides.

The essay requires the use of Reasoned Argument and supporting your position with facts, anecdotes, and data. – Ex. Did the United States need to use the atomic

bomb to end World War II?

Research Paper – Propose a Solution

When proposing a solution the author will:– Present an issue in either contemporary society or

throughout history– The author will then propose a means of solving that issue– Ex. How can we best solve for global warming?– What is the most effective means of reducing cancer?– How can we best solve the current economic crisis?

Research Paper – Explain a Concept

The author must use research, logic, and reasoning to inform the reader about:– A process– A phenomenon – A principle– A philosophy– A theory– An idea

Research Paper – Explain a concept