Drafting a Research Report
Rubí Zárate García
STEP 1: Understand the Assignment and Set a Schedule
-Discuss assignment details in group (professor-peers).
-Determine the length of the paper, the citation style, the acceptable sources, the due dates, and the formatting criteria.
-Make a schedule according to the due dates and task accomplishment.
STEP 2: FINDING A TOPIC AND QUESTION
-Select a specific topic or question to investigate.
-Look for your professor’s approval. -Select a topic of social interest
-The question should be answered throughout your paper, which may serve as your thesis statement.
Step 3: Begin Research
-Start researching on the selected topic and question.
-For complete information, consult a variety of sources (the Internet, books, journals, and interviews).
-Keep a record of all information acquired, including bibliographical details.
Drafting a Research Report
Rubí Zárate García
STEP 4: Construct an Outline
-Using an outline, organize the research material.
-To construct an outline structure, match information.
-Include an introduction, primary headings, supporting details, and a conclusion, make sure they contain the same amount of information.
STEP 5: WRITE A DRAFT
-Begin writing the first draft, integrating your own voice and conclusions.
-Cite sources used.
-Keep the information organized. -Solicit comments from peers or instructors, proofread the draft.
STEP 6: WRITE A FINAL DRAFT
-Revise initial drafts to elaborate a final version.
-Make sure you correct the errors before you hand in your paper.
-Include a cover page with course information, the title of your paper, and your name.
Footnotes, page numbers, citations. -Include a works referenced page that lists all sources that were used.
Drafting a Research Report
Rubí Zarate Garcia
Created on July 18, 2023
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Drafting a Research Report
Rubí Zárate García
STEP 1: Understand the Assignment and Set a Schedule
-Discuss assignment details in group (professor-peers). -Determine the length of the paper, the citation style, the acceptable sources, the due dates, and the formatting criteria. -Make a schedule according to the due dates and task accomplishment.
STEP 2: FINDING A TOPIC AND QUESTION
-Select a specific topic or question to investigate. -Look for your professor’s approval. -Select a topic of social interest -The question should be answered throughout your paper, which may serve as your thesis statement.
Step 3: Begin Research
-Start researching on the selected topic and question. -For complete information, consult a variety of sources (the Internet, books, journals, and interviews). -Keep a record of all information acquired, including bibliographical details.
Drafting a Research Report
Rubí Zárate García
STEP 4: Construct an Outline
-Using an outline, organize the research material. -To construct an outline structure, match information. -Include an introduction, primary headings, supporting details, and a conclusion, make sure they contain the same amount of information.
STEP 5: WRITE A DRAFT
-Begin writing the first draft, integrating your own voice and conclusions. -Cite sources used. -Keep the information organized. -Solicit comments from peers or instructors, proofread the draft.
STEP 6: WRITE A FINAL DRAFT
-Revise initial drafts to elaborate a final version. -Make sure you correct the errors before you hand in your paper. -Include a cover page with course information, the title of your paper, and your name. Footnotes, page numbers, citations. -Include a works referenced page that lists all sources that were used.