Research papers for Dummies

· Clarify the goals of a research project
· Knowing the basic parts of a research paper
· Distinguish between different types of research papers
· Understanding the steps involved in writing a research paper

1. Decide what to write about
2. Conduct a survey of source
3. Take notes, round one
4. Create a thesis statement or topic sentence
5. Take notes, round two
6. Prepare to write
7. Write, round one
8. Write, round two
9. Place the finishing touches