Using Research Effectively

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What should research do in a paper?

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Research should be woven throughout your paper.

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Define plagiarism.

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Plagiarism is presenting another person's ideas as your own, submitting a paper you did not write, or deliberately using the work of other people without using documentation.

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How often should you use direct quotes in your paper?

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You should use direct quotes as little as possible.

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Define common knowledge.

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Common knowledge is information that most high school educated people know.

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What must always be cited in your paper?

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You must always cite information you got from a source and quoted, summarized, or paraphrased.

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What is the purpose of research in academic writing?

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The purpose of research is to support your arguments and provide evidence for your claims.

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What is a reliable source?

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A reliable source is one that is credible, accurate, and trustworthy, often peer-reviewed or published by reputable organizations.

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What is the difference between paraphrasing and summarizing?

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Paraphrasing involves rewording a specific passage, while summarizing involves condensing the main ideas of a larger text.

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Why is it important to cite sources?

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Citing sources is important to give credit to original authors, avoid plagiarism, and allow readers to verify your information.

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What is an in-text citation?

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An in-text citation is a brief reference within your text that indicates the source of information or ideas.