Writing research papers : a complete guide
By: Lester, James D., Sr
Title By: Lester, James D
Material type: BookSeries: Publisher: Harlow : Pearson, c2015; ©2015.Edition: 15th ed.Description: 416 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.ISBN: 978-1292076898Subject(s): Report writing -- Handbooks, manuals, etc | Research -- Handbooks, manuals, etcDDC classification: 371.30281 Online resources: Location MapItem type | Home library | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
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REGULAR | University of Wollongong in Dubai PHD Shelf | 371.30281 LE WR (Browse shelf) | Available | T0017908 |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 375-382) and index.
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 plagarism -- Reading and evaluating sources -- Writing effective notes and creating outlines -- Drafting the paper in the 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 and multimedia research projects.
This research reference guide has been written to supplement research-oriented courses. It covers all aspects of the research writing process from selecting a topic and gathering data to formatting the final draft.