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| Table of Contents | FAQs | PDF Version | | Rationale | Sections | Section Headings | Title | Authors and Affiliation | Abstract| Introduction| Methods| Results| Discussion | Acknowledgments| Literature Cited | Appendices Why a Scientific Format? The scientific format may seem confusing for the beginning science writer due to its rigid structure which is so different from writing in the humanities. One reason for using this format is that it is a means of efficiently communicating scientific findings to the broad community of scientists in a uniform manner. Another reason, perhaps more important than the first, is that this format allows the paper to be read at several different levels. For example, many people skim Titles to find out what information is available on a subject. Others may read only titles and Abstracts. "A Paired t-test was used to compare mean flight duration before and after applying stablizers to the glider's wings." Top of Page RESULTS 1. 3. 2.

Research Papers Summary: This handout provides detailed information about how to write research papers including discussing research papers as a genre, choosing topics, and finding sources. Contributors: Jack Raymond Baker, Allen Brizee, Ashley VelázquezLast Edited: 2018-02-14 03:36:12 The Research Paper There will come a time in most students' careers when they are assigned a research paper. Becoming an experienced researcher and writer in any field or discipline takes a great deal of practice. This handout will include the following sections related to the process of writing a research paper: Genre- This section will provide an overview for understanding the difference between an analytical and argumentative research paper. Analyzing Famous Speeches as Arguments ReadWriteThink couldn't publish all of this great content without literacy experts to write and review for us. If you've got lessons plans, activities, or other ideas you'd like to contribute, we'd love to hear from you. More Find the latest in professional publications, learn new techniques and strategies, and find out how you can connect with other literacy professionals. More Teacher Resources by Grade Your students can save their work with Student Interactives. More Home › Classroom Resources › Lesson Plans Lesson Plan Overview Featured Resources From Theory to Practice Traditionally, teachers have encouraged students to engage with and interpret literature—novels, poems, short stories, and plays. back to top Nearly everything we read and hear is an argument. "Since rhetoric is the art of effective communication, its principles can be applied to many facets of everyday life" (Lamb 109). Further Reading