Steps to Writing a Research Paper

What is the first step in starting a research paper?

• Understanding the assignment

• Reading research articles

• Choosing a topic

• Writing a draft

How long should you plan for a 15-page paper?

• At least 2 weeks in advance

• At least 4 weeks in advance

• At least 1 week in advance

• At least 6 weeks in advance

What is a useful tool for organizing your research findings?

• A word document

• A spreadsheet

• Sticky notes

• A physical notebook

How can you categorize the highlights from your research?

• By the color of the highlighter

• By the length of the quotes

• By the date of publication

• By outline section or topic

What tool is recommended for exporting highlights from articles?

• A camera

• A voice recorder

• A spreadsheet

• A PDF reader

What is the purpose of using a mind map in research paper writing?

• To organize thoughts and see relationships between ideas

• To format the paper

• To count the number of references

• To check grammar and spelling

What should you do after writing your draft?

• Submit it immediately

• Take a short break before reviewing

• Start another paper

• Email it to a friend for fun

Why is it important to find a second reader for your paper?

• To have another set of eyes look for errors

• To share your knowledge

• To make the paper longer

• To ensure all APA formatting is correct

What is the final step before submitting your research paper?

• Writing a conclusion

• Printing it out

• Starting the research process over

• Making final edits based on feedback

How should you approach the editing phase of your paper?

• Edit immediately after writing

• Edit while writing the draft

• Wait at least 24-48 hours before editing

• Only check for spelling mistakes