Research Paper Writing Essentials

What are the three phases of the writing process?

• Prewriting, Drafting, Revising

• Outlining, Drafting, Editing

• Researching, Writing, Editing

• Planning, Writing, Reviewing

According to the transcript, what is a research paper primarily considered to be?

• A creative essay

• A formal presentation

• A casual report

• A personal narrative

What is the first step in the research paper writing process according to Markman, Heney, and Markman?

• Taking notes

• Preparing a bibliography

• Finding your subject

• Formulating a thesis

Why is it important to consider the availability of research and sources when choosing a subject?

• To avoid topics with too much information

• To ensure the topic is interesting

• To make sure there are enough resources to complete the project

• To find a topic that is easy to write about

What should you do after formulating a temporary thesis?

• Take a break

• Prepare a preliminary bibliography

• Submit the thesis for approval

• Start writing the first draft

What is the purpose of developing note cards and outlines?

• To write the introduction

• To check for grammatical errors

• To organize major ideas and support points

• To finalize the paper

What is the recommended font and size for MLA and APA formatting?

• Arial, 11-point

• Times New Roman, 12-point

• Calibri, 12-point

• Helvetica, 11-point

Why should you take a break after writing the first draft?

• To get feedback from peers

• To start a new project

• To gain objectivity and fresh eyes for reviewing

• To celebrate finishing the draft

How much time should you allocate for gathering reading notes according to Rosakis?

• 6-7 days

• 1-2 days

• 1 week

• 3-5 days

What is a key reason to give yourself extra time before the paper is due?

• To deal with potential delays and technical issues

• To add more content

• To rewrite the entire paper

• To get feedback from friends