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Select and focus a topic appropriate for one research paper of 1,500 -
2,500 words or two 1,000 word papers. (I)
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Compile a preliminary bibliography of potential research resources.
(I)
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Use a variety of print and on-line library resources, including
electronic databases, to locate information on the selected topic. (I)
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Use effective strategies for taking and organizing notes. (I)
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Analyze, interpret and evaluate information found in research sources.
(I)
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Paraphrase in language that is distinctly the student's and quote
source information accurately in order to avoid plagiarism. (I)
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Summarize a passage to reflect the central idea, most significant
supporting details, order, and emphasis of the original work. (I)
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Compose an outline with an effective pattern of organization for the
paper. (II)
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Compose a focused and clearly stated thesis for the paper. (II)
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Compose a research paper of 1,500 - 2,500 words (or two papers of 1,
000 words each), integrating cited information in summary, paraphrase
and quotation to support the thesis. (II)
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Document information from research sources, using Modern Language
Association (MLA) or other current standard documentation form. (II)
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Revise the draft of the paper, incorporating feedback received during
editing, to produce a finished research paper that observes standard
English usage and manuscript form. (III)
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Explain and practice the principles of academic integrity throughout
the research, writing and revision process. (I- III)
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Write a minimum of three additional papers which involve critical
reading and writing. One of these will be an essay exam. (I-III)
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Write at least one argumentation paper which demonstrates sound,
logical development. (I-III)
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