Writing the Research Paper

The links below will take you to information that will help you work through the STEPS in the research paper writing process.

Unit 1: Introduction to the Research Paper

Unit 2: Finding a Topic

Unit 3: Gathering Data in the Library

Unit 4: Collecting Data Outside the Library

Unit 5: Searching the World Wide Web

Unit 6: Organizing Ideas and Setting Goals

Unit 7: Finding and Reading the Best Sources

Unit 8: Practicing Academic Integrity

Unit 9: Writing Notes

Unit 10: Drafting the Paper in an Academic Style

Unit 11: Blending Reference Material into Your Writing

Unit 12: Writing the Introduction, Body, and Conclusion

Unit 13: Revising, Proofreading, and Formatting the Rough Draft

The material in Writing the Research Paper is derived from James D. Lester and James D. Lester, Jr., Writing Research Papers: A Complete Guide, 10th Edition (Longman, 2002). Click here to learn more about the book and to order a copy!

Research Writing in the Disciplines

Research writing differs depending on your discipline area. The links below will take you to general advice for research paper writing in your area of interest.

Research Writing in the Humanities and Arts
Research Writing in the Social Sciences
Research Writing in the Sciences and Technology

The material contained in each of these sections is derived from Christine A. Hult's books on researching and writing: Researching and Writing in the Humanities and Arts, Researching and Writing in the Social Sciences, and Researching and Writing in the Sciences and Technology. Click on the book titles to learn more and to order copies!