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OverviewThe Principles of Writing Research Papersis the ultimate brief research reference, a concise version of the best-selling Writing Research Papers by the same distinguished authors. This research guide, which focuses on MLA style, is priced to work as a primary text or supplement in any research-oriented course. The Principles of Writing Research Papers is rooted in the fundamentals of thorough library research but encourages and equips students to use online as well as field research where appropriate. It endorses the written word while recognizing the value of graphics, audio, video, and electronic presentations. Numerous student samples and excerpts model research papers with particular attention to MLA documentation style. With all the authority of the best-selling author of freshman research manuals, in an easy-to-use and value-priced Penguin Academic Edition, this text is the perfect complement to any freshman course that requires the completion of a full research paper. Full Product DetailsAuthor: James D. Lester, Jr. , James D Lester, JrPublisher: Pearson Education (US) Imprint: Pearson Edition: 3rd edition Dimensions: Width: 14.00cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 21.60cm Weight: 0.290kg ISBN: 9780205791828ISBN 10: 0205791824 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 10 June 2010 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: In Print ![]() Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of Contents1 Writing from Research 2 Gathering Sources in the Library 3 Gathering Sources Online 4 Conducting Field Research 5 Understanding and Avoiding Plagiarism 6 Reading and Evaluating Sources 7 Organizing Ideas and Setting Goals 8 Writing Effective Notes 9 Drafting the Paper in an Academic Style 10 Blending Reference Material into Your Writing Using MLA Style 11 Works Cited: MLA Style 12 Creating Electronic Research ProjectsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |