write a research paper.select a topic and gather information for the purpose of either reporting, explaining, evaluating, problem solving or arguing the topic.
Research Essay – EN200
Students will write a research paper. They will select a topic and gather information for the purpose of either reporting, explaining, evaluating, problem solving or arguing the topic.
TOPIC
Sample Research Topics (You are NOT limited to these):
* Inherent problems in Biofuels
* Offshore drilling
* Attention Deficit Disorder
* The History of Chevy / Chevy Camaro
* The History of Harley Davidson
* Steps in beginning a business
* The History of ford motor company
* Laika the Space Dog
SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN WHILE WRITING THIS ESSAY:
- How to collect ideas and information from the library, Internet, and possibly field research
- How to critically evaluate the information you find
- How to smoothly integrate the information you find into your essay
- How to document your sources using parenthetical references and a Works Cited page (MLA style bibliography)
REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FINAL DRAFT
* 4 pages
* Include a minimum of (2) sources.
* Typed, double spaced with one (1) inch margins all sides
* Times New Roman (12) or Arial (10) font style only
* No title page.
* Type the essay in the same format used in Write Now text
* Document sources using parenthetic references and Works Cited page
* Keep your specific audience in mind
* All papers will be peer edited
