The internet is a useful tool, but so is the Rod Library. The library has not only books, but archives of scholarly journals and newspapers to help you in that research. In addition, there are reference librarians on staff to help you out with research when you don't know the next step or are just stumped.
Step 2: Document Resources
Keep a list of every source you consult. You can even do this by putting the citations in your outline so that you have them in one place and know where you want to use each one in your paper.
Step 3: Create a Structure
Most papers are meant to present a thesis statement, so make your point clear at the beginning. Also write a few sentences explaining how you'll support that point.
Then, give detailed examples to support your ideas and support them with references. Wrap those examples up with a brief conclusion.
Once you have initially expressed your thoughts, expand or compress them to allow for the length of the assignment.
Step 4: Tailor your Style
How you write will depend on the subject matter and guidelines given to you by your professor.
- Humanities Papers: Focus on text analysis, so include quotes from your class materials and readings mixed with your own ideas.
- Scientific Assignments: Usually require quantitative data, maybe in the forms of graphs or charts
- Creative Writing Courses: May call for prose - whether autobiographical, fictional, or another form.
While keeping it formal, find a way to integrate your unique understanding of the material. With practice, you'll find your writing personality.
Step 6: Polish It Up
Use spell-check and other editing functions. Reading out loud to your self is a great way to catch typos. You should also ask a friend, family member, or tutor to read it because they will catch typos you may miss.
Congratulations on writing a GREAT paper!
Adapted from "6 Ways to Ace Your Next Paper" from Student Health 101. Retrieved from http://readsh101.com/uni.html
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