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The Research Paper Process
1. Develop a Topic
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The Research Paper Process
This guide will help you throughout the process of writing a research paper, from brainstorming ideas to the finished paper.
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1. Develop a Topic
Is my topic too new?
2. Locate Background Information
3. Formulate a Research Question
4. Create Search Terms
5. Find Sources
Evaluate Your Search Results
6. Develop a Thesis
7. Organize Your Research
8. Write Paper
Integrating Your Sources
9. Finalize Format and Citations
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Step 1. Develop a Topic
Brainstorm Ideas
These ideas should be fairly broad to make sure you can find a lot of information.
You can always narrow and refine your topic as you conduct your search.
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