Title:
Writing research papers : a complete guide / James D. Lester, James D. Lester, Jr.
Author:
Lester, James D., Sr., 1935-2006.
Lester, James D., Jr., 1959-
Publication Information:
Boston : Pearson, ©2012.
Call Number:
LB2369 .L4 2012
Abstract:
This text provides readers with step-by-step guidance through the research writing process, from selecting and narrowing a topic to formatting the finished document. Writing Research Papers backs up its instruction with the most complete array of samples of any writing guide of this nature. The text continues its extremely thorough and accurate coverage of citation styles for a wide variety of disciplines.
Edition:
14th ed.
ISBN:
9780205059331
9780205236411
9780205227044
9780205059324
9780205223060
Physical Description:
xix, 409 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 23 cm.
Contents:
Writing from research -- Finding a topic -- Organizing ideas and setting goals -- Gathering sources online -- Gathering sources in the library -- Conducting field research -- Understanding and avoiding plagiarism -- Reading and evaluating sources -- Writing effective notes and creating outlines -- Drafting the paper in an academic style -- Blending reference material into your writing by using MLA style -- Writing the introduction, body, and conclusion -- Revising, proofreading, and formatting the rough draft -- Works cited: MLA style -- Writing in APA style -- The footnote system: CMS style -- CSE style for the natural and applied sciences -- Creating electronic research projects.
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