The Principles of Writing Research Papers

by James D. Lester

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The Principles of Writing Research Papers is the ultimate brief research reference. Pocket-sized and inexpensive, this research guide is priced to work as a supplement in any research-oriented course. Designed to be a guide for writing research papers both in first-year composition courses and in upper-level courses in all disciplines, The Principles of Writing Research Papers features advice on the judicious handling of research materials as well as extensive coverage of electronic research show more and methods for publishing on the Web. It remains rooted in the fundamentals of thorough library research but encourages and equips students to use the Internet as well as field research where appropriate. It endorses the written word while recognizing the value of graphics, audio, video, and slide presentations. Numerous student samples and excerpts model different types of research papers from across the disciplines with particular attention to MLA documentation style. With all the authority of the best-selling author of freshman research manuals, in an easy-to-use and value-priced Penguin Academic Edition, this text is the perfect complement to any freshman course that requires the completion of a full research paper. show less

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This is a pretty good reference guide on writing...one used in one of my college classes.

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Fiction and Literature
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808.02Literature & rhetoricLiterature, rhetoric & criticismCompositionRhetoric and anthologiesAuthorship techniques, plagiarism, editorial techniques
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LB2369 .L393EducationTheory and practice of educationTheory and practice of educationHigher education
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