Personally, I find research papers extremely difficult. From finding a topic to the process of planning in general, it’s time consuming. Learning the difference between primary and secondary sources is extremely helpful in chapter 40. These are definitely critical in writing a research paper. Usually I tend to use every bit of sources I can. Books are always a good way to go because they are accurate unlike using an online resource that could be wrong. Contradicting what I just stated, receiving opinions from other people tend to help me especially if they are knowledgeable about what I am talking about. In chapter 42, interviewing people is very helpful when you are stuck and what to know what others think or know.
All around, these chapters are mostly review. You have to know what you’re doing in order to do a research paper. Examples given in chapter 43 like check who wrote the work, check who produced the work, reliable resources, etc. Planning is key to writing a good research paper. Considering how time consuming it can be, it’s nice to be organized and on top of things. These tips refresh my mind and will help me with my upcoming paper.
The research will take as long if not longer than drafting the paper (longer, dude, longer), if you do it correctly. And if you do it correctly, then the drafting moves like a bubbling brook.
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