The Principles of Writing Research Papers (Penguin Academics Series)
Published on 11. September 2003
Book
Paperback/Softback
336 pages
978-0-321-11307-8 (ISBN)
Description
The Principles of Writing Research Papers is the ultimate brief research reference. Pocket-sized and inexpensive, this research guide is priced to work as a supplement in any research-oriented course.
Designed to be a guide for writing research papers both in first-year composition courses and in upper-level courses in all disciplines, The Principles of Writing Research Papers features advice on the judicious handling of research materials as well as extensive coverage of electronic research and methods for publishing on the Web. It remains rooted in the fundamentals of thorough library research but encourages and equips students to use the Internet as well as field research where appropriate. It endorses the written word while recognizing the value of graphics, audio, video, and slide presentations.
Numerous student samples and excerpts model different types of research papers from across the disciplines with particular attention to MLA documentation style. With all the authority of the best-selling author of freshman research manuals, in an easy-to-use and value-priced Penguin Academic Edition, this text is the perfect complement to any freshman course that requires the completion of a full research paper.
Designed to be a guide for writing research papers both in first-year composition courses and in upper-level courses in all disciplines, The Principles of Writing Research Papers features advice on the judicious handling of research materials as well as extensive coverage of electronic research and methods for publishing on the Web. It remains rooted in the fundamentals of thorough library research but encourages and equips students to use the Internet as well as field research where appropriate. It endorses the written word while recognizing the value of graphics, audio, video, and slide presentations.
Numerous student samples and excerpts model different types of research papers from across the disciplines with particular attention to MLA documentation style. With all the authority of the best-selling author of freshman research manuals, in an easy-to-use and value-priced Penguin Academic Edition, this text is the perfect complement to any freshman course that requires the completion of a full research paper.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 140 mm
Weight
340 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-321-11307-8 (9780321113078)
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James D. Lester
Principles of Writing Research Papers (Penguin Academics Series)
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10/2006
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Content
1. Finding a Scholarly Topic.
2. Library Research.
3. Searching the World Wide Web.
4. Collecting Data Outside the Library.
5. Organizing Ideas and Setting Goals.
6. Finding and Reading the Best Sources.
7. Writing Notes.
8. Honoring Property Rights.
9. Drafting the Paper in an Academic Style.
10. Using MLA Style.
11. Writing in APA Style.
12. Using the CBE Styles for Scientific Papers.
13. Using the Footnote System: CMS Style.
2. Library Research.
3. Searching the World Wide Web.
4. Collecting Data Outside the Library.
5. Organizing Ideas and Setting Goals.
6. Finding and Reading the Best Sources.
7. Writing Notes.
8. Honoring Property Rights.
9. Drafting the Paper in an Academic Style.
10. Using MLA Style.
11. Writing in APA Style.
12. Using the CBE Styles for Scientific Papers.
13. Using the Footnote System: CMS Style.