Research paper Outline

What is a research paper outline?

• A list of random facts about your topic

• A detailed plan that organizes your main ideas, claims, and evidence before writing

• A final draft of your research paper

• A collection of only quotes from your sources

Why is an outline crucial when writing a research paper?

• It replaces the need for research

• It helps organize ideas and ensures a logical flow of arguments

• It replaces the need for research

• It guarantees your paper will be free of grammar mistakes

A paragraph should follow the C-E-R method. What does C represent in C-E-R.

What is the main role of “Reasoning” in C-E-R?

• To describe the evidence without opinion

• To explain how the evidence proves the claim

• To list all your sources

• To state your thesis again

Which best describes your thesis statement?

• A factual statement with no argument

• An arguable position supported by evidence

• A list of topics you’ll cover

• A quote from an expert

I am a concise sentence or two that summarizes the main argument or point of an essay, research paper, or other academic writing. Who am I?

Which best describes your conclusion’s purpose?

• Add new evidence

• Restate thesis, synthesize arguments, and give a closing thought

• Copy-paste the introduction

• List your claims again without analysis

Which of these could be a strong claim?

• Technology is important

• AI can improve education by personalizing learning experiences

• Many people use AI

• ChatGPT is popular

In research writing, I am factual information used to support claims, arguments, or a thesis statement

Bonus: I teach Year 2, I’ve got a sense of humor, and my class can give students a hard time. Who am I?