Research+Paper

// **The Research Paper** will be on the issue the student has selected to explore – suicide, gangs, teen marriage, arranged marriage, sexism, violence, fate, love, etc. The student will then research various forms of media print and non-print materials on his or her topic. A three to four page research paper containing facts and statistics will be the product. (No first person language can be used in this portion of the paper.) //

=**STEPS**=
 * 1. First, print a copy of the guided notes sheet to be filled in while you view the presentation:**
 * [[file:PP Notes Sheet.doc]]


 * 2. Then, view the presentation on** **GoogleDocs and take notes on the printed sheet:**
 * Presentation


 * 3. Next, you will need a GoogleDocs Account**
 * Create an account(using your email address - you may have to confirm it at home or using your phone).
 * When you upload a document, you will share it with me using my email address (adacey@ewingboe.org) Here is a focument to show you how to upload: [[file:How to upload to Google Docs.pdf]]
 * I will give you feedback (comments) digitally that you can view when you download the document again.


 * 4. Finally, start searching the Media Center electronic databases using the handout in your folder:**
 * Databases
 * E-Books


 * 5. When you find an article that might work, skim through it for the main points.**
 * After EVALUATING the source, you can save it/print it, then write down the infomation on your SOURCE CARDS. You will need 3 electronic sources (at least). After you have the citation information, start taking notes on the NOTECARDS. Don't forget to include the page number.
 * KEY WORDS are key. Try changing your search terms if you don't get what you want.


 * 6. Be green! When you print, use both sides. Print --> properties -->finishing-->click "print on both sides"**
 * You can also print your document (research) as a __**PDF**__ and save it in your folder, on your flash drive, or upload it to your GoogleDocs account so you never lose it.


 * 7. Draft your THESIS STATEMENT:**
 * How to write a thesis statement: [[file:Thesis Statement Brainstorming.doc]]


 * 8. Outline:**
 * [[file:RP triangulation outline.doc]]
 * Create your TOPIC sentences first from your THREE thesis stems (the three subtopics). From there fill in your EVIDENCE from your note cards (all you have to do it write the NUMBER of the note card!)
 * Remember, you are using the research you have found to support YOUR POINTS. What claim are you making about your topic?


 * 9. Create Your Works Cited Page:**
 * Use your source cards to create the works cited page.
 * At the end of your research paper document, hit "instert page" then begin your works cited page.
 * List each in aplhabetical order. Don't forget about the hanging indent.
 * [|www.citationmachine.net]
 * [|www.bibme.org]


 * 10.** Start **writing** the research paper.
 * DOWNLOAD your document from Google Docs, and start making the changes. Re-upload it at the end of each session.
 * Here is a link on how to use research in your writing.
 * How to set up MLA format.


 * 11**. Using **Quotes**. Watch this PowerPoint on your own and keep it open while you write.


 * 12**. Other neat-o info for your writing:
 * How to write a hook in your introduction.

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 * 13**. Here's a sample transition paragraph between the sections:
 * Arranged marriage is obviously not the best thing to happen to our society. Research has shown that arranged marriages happen to those who are weak and cannot stand up for themselves. Media such as newspaper articles also show that arranged marriages are a horrible thing, yet they still occur. Relating to arranged marriages is simple due to the fact of how it truly makes a person feel.


 * Copies of Handouts**