Writing a research paper

One of the most rewarding yet challenging tasks that any high school student faces is writing a research paper.  This task does not have to be daunting if all the necessary scaffolds are in place to help you along the way. The video below gives an overview of what a research paper is all about.

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Your task is to choose a topic from this website:

Technology Questions Website

Then construct a 3-5 page double spaced research paper on the topic. 

You must include citations and a work cited page.

Step 1:  Choose your topic question

Step 2: Create a thesis statement based on your view of the question.  This video below will help you structure your thesis.

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Here is another website to help you create your thesis statement: http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/thesis-statements/

Step 3:  Gather resources

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Step 4: Begin to outline your research paper

This powerpoint explains the entire process from start to finish.

Google Slides Presentation Link

Step 5: Begin inserting evidence and resources into outline.  Please paraphrase or use direct quotes to give credit to where you got your information from.  This video below can help you paraphrase and cite sources

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Step 5: View some sample argumentative research papers:

https://www.mesacc.edu/~paoih30491/ArgumentSampleEssays.html

I hope this webquest better prepared you for  college or post-secondary options in your future.  Please feel free to ask for help if needed