Writing The Research Paper: A Step-By-Step Approach

Description

This is the book I'd want with me on a desert island – if I had to write a research paper while I was there. This wonderfully comprehensive and helpful worktext takes you step by step through the entire process – a scary one if it's your first time, through. Each of the ten steps is thoroughly covered and includes instruction, examples and exercises. For instance, in Step 3 (Take Notes) there is instruction on creating a working outline, avoiding plagiarism, taking notes, and three kinds of notes (direct quotations, paraphrases, summaries). Examples are included for each along with fourteen different exercises to practice skills. The Ten Steps will sound familiar: choose a topic, locate sources, take notes, write a thesis statement and a title, write a final outline, write a first draft, document sources, revise the draft, find and correct errors, and publish your research. Each step is introduced with a cartoon and concluded with a checklist. Timetables (for 10, 8, 6, and 4 week deadlines) provide time for each step broken down into days and weeks. Appendices include: what every research paper writer needs, writing across the curriculum and APA style. One of the great features of this book is the e-writing options – interactive online tutorials and YouTube referrals. The Teacher Guide provides both answers and helpful guidance for the teacher/writing mentor role. Student – 192 pgs; TG – 42 pgs; both pb. ~ Janice

Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Religious Content
Christian/Religious
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Neutral
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Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
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Other Materials Optional
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Consumable
Consumable
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Non-Consumable
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