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by Joe Giampalmi (Author)
Get ready to take on your first college research paper like a pro
Just got assigned your first college research paper? Don't sweat it! College Research Papers For Dummies has your back with the perfect companion to these not-as-hard-as-they-look assignments. Discover how to research, argue, problem-solve, analyze, and synthesize your way through even the densest material. Find out how to best revise and rework your paper until it's a polished gem. Plus, get some quick tips on higher-level research papers, such as literature reviews and white papers.
- Accurately cite references using APA, MLA, and Chicago styles
- Take advantage of all the resources available to you as you write your first research paper, from your university's library databases to your local college center's support services
- Develop common research paper writing techniques, including argumentation, research questions, and thesis statements
Don't wait until the night before your paper is due! Grab a copy of College Research Papers For Dummies today and ace that first research paper like we all know you can.
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A crash course for writing college research papers
You know you're not in high school anymore when your professors start assigning research papers. College Research Papers For Dummies explains how to tackle these daunting tasks. You'll discover the basics of researching, planning, organizing, writing, and revising your papers, plus you'll find tips for improving your use of the written word. And if you're scratching your head over APA, MLA, citations, and references, fear not--it's all explained inside. You're well on your way to that A, thanks to this handy Dummies guide.
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Author Biography
Joe Giampalmi, EdD, is a hall-of-fame educator who's been teaching students to use active voice, Oxford commas, and supporting arguments for more than five decades. He is the author of APA Style & Citations For Dummies and College Writing For Dummies.
